Memphis braces for violence as debt ceiling looms and an incoherent Biden asks "Where's Doug?"
Link to Quote: Biden repeatedly calls Dem Rep. Don Beyer by wrong name in echo of ‘Where’s Jackie?’ gaffe (msn.com)
Isn't it interesting that whenever something that may be embarrassing to the administration, or the left has to be reported to the people that it gets dumped out on a Friday afternoon? Today we have two bombshells. One is the bodycam of the Memphis police shooting of Tyre Nichols and the other is the police video of the strange assault of Paul Pelosi. The former could be a pretext for violence as it involves death of Tyre Nichols, a Black man who died at the hands of five former Memphis police officers, who are now charged with second degree murder. We don't know much about the details except that it involved an altercation after a traffic stop, flight from police and then a second altercation.
You say that you haven't heard much about it?
This may be why: Hear are the former officers in happier days:
Then will come the release of footage showing the attack on Paul Pelosi, which was ordered by judge Stephen M. Murphy Wednesday afternoon. San Francisco District Attorney's Office has fought it every step of the way. The bizarre incident left Paul Pelosi with a fractured skull. He was attacked after the police arrived!
The debt ceiling debate has begun, though it is without Joe Biden. Biden said he will not negotiate. House Republicans want some form of budget cuts or some kind of fiscal responsibility. The mess stems from the $6 Trillion in spending during Biden's first two years. Speaker McCarthy may be on solid ground by simply asking for financial accountability for the American people.
Our illustrious leader travelled 10 miles today to visit Rep. Don Beyer's Virginia district. Biden seems to have forgotten a few things, one may have been Prevagen and the other was Don's name. Biden called Beyer by the name “Doug” four times during a confused & muddled speech on the economy.
“Where’s Doug? Congressman?” “He’s around here somewhere,” Biden said as he searched the crowd. “Oh, there you are. Doug, thanks for the passport into town. Doug and I have something in common, we both married way above our station.”
Biden repeatedly calls Dem Rep. Don Beyer by wrong name in echo of ‘Where’s Jackie?’ gaffe (msn.com)
"Biden made a series of errors in his remarks Thursday.Bloomberg via Getty Images
“I’m probably the only non-rail guy who’s walked that tunnel,” Biden added. “No, I’m not joking … last time I walked it, they still had lights that were on a string hanging down, leaks in the roof — folks, 150 years old, nothing has been done to it. Everything has to slow down. And there’s a great worry that part of it could collapse.”
Biden also claimed in his remarks that COVID-19 vaccinations were mass-deployed by his administration and not by former President Donald Trump “because the other guy and the other team didn’t think it mattered a whole lot” — despite the Trump administration overseeing the rapid development and initial month of deployment of vaccines."
Biden repeatedly calls Dem Rep. Don Beyer by wrong name in echo of ‘Where’s Jackie?’ gaffe (msn.com)
The Week:
Biden judicial nominee ridiculed after failing to recall parts of the Constitution: You have to see it to believe it!
Sales Tax Plan: Republicans in the House of Representatives appear divided over a proposed national sales tax that would replace income taxes, with Democrats using the issue to attack the GOP. The Fair Tax Act introduced by Representative Earl "Buddy" Carter would abolish income, payroll, estate and gift taxes and propose a 23 percent national sales tax, but the effective rate would be 30 percent, according to the non-partisan Institute of Taxation and Economic Policy (ITEP) think tank.
The GOP's 30 Percent Sales Tax Plan Is Tearing the Republican Party Apart (msn.com)
DOJ frustrated with Biden: "Some Justice officials have been frustrated at times by certain decisions the Biden team has made. For example, weeks after the Justice Department told the Biden team that they would be reviewing this case, the president's team searched the Wilmington home and didn't tell the Justice Department until after they found classified material," Reid said.
DOJ officials 'frustrated,' 'irritated' with Biden team over classified docs scandal: report (msn.com)
Fourth-quarter gross domestic product better than expected: "Fourth-quarter gross domestic product, the sum of all goods and services produced for the October-to-December period, rose at a 2.9% annualized pace, the Commerce Department reported Thursday. Economists surveyed by Dow Jones had expected a reading of 2.8%."
GDP Q4 2022: U.S. GDP rose 2.9% in the fourth quarter, more than expected even as recession fears loom (cnbc.com)
Ukraine to get scaled down Abrams Tanks: "The Abrams tanks that the United States intends to transfer to Ukraine are the modern M1A2, not the A1, which the US military has in stock, but they will also be stripped of their so-called secret armour, which includes depleted uranium. The M1A2 Abrams has more advanced optics and a control system than the A1, which allows for more accurate targeting, and a separate thermal camera for the crew commander, allowing him independent identification of targets in any weather and battlefield conditions."
US will send Ukraine more advanced Abrams tanks, but without "secret armour" (yahoo.com)
What Have We Learned?:
For the first time in seven years, a bill is going to come to the floor of the House of Representatives under open rules. The congress has returned to transparency and the chance for all it's members to participate in the process. The House Intell Committee has also been restored to the position of importance that it once held. The coming weeks shall be very interesting.
In the meantime, the only person who thought the country was moving in the right direction and the same person who called taking classified documents "irresponsible" appears to have taken classified documents out of a security skiff as a Senator. The same man who gave us inflation and 1% growth last year wants to announce his candidacy but will now have to wait until after his State of the Union address, continues to smear his opponents as well as half the country. What we would all like to know from the man who once claimed to be transparent is what were the classified documents found in his residence related to.
Recently, the nation's most important battle tank was approved for another expensive weapons contribution the Ukraine. The Ukraine has just gone through a recent shakeup over corruption. The question now arises over how the money the US has been giving the Ukraine has been spent? Let us not forget that ever dollar we spend on this proxy fight in the Ukraine is another dollar that could have been spent on our own military. Every weapons system sent depletes our own military. The Center for Strategic and International Studies just released a report on the U.S. defense industry and military aid to Ukraine. It found that we are leaving ourselves unprepared for our own challenges. We should count our blessings that Republicans have retaken the House and that finally there will be accountability.
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It should be an eventful afternoon. We will be getting critical information on two crimes, but late on a Friday when many will be tuned out. One of them was the result of a frustrating police chase conducted by cops who represent the remnants of our once secure thin blue line, which has been decimated by officers retiring and/or leaving the profession.
The other is an enigma that thus far has defied common sense.
"Biden's promise to send tanks delayed by lack of inventory: reports. Pentagon spokesperson confirms U.S. does not have 31 M1 Abrams tanks in stockpile. The New York Post reported that Pentagon spokesperson Sabrina Singh confirmed that the U.S. does not have enough of M1 Abrams tanks in its stockpile to send over to Ukraine at this time."
We don't have enough of anything at this point. The proxy war in Ukraine has emptied our equipment reserves. Good time to be a defense contractor, for there's going to be a massive increase in defense spending.
Plus our military planners no longer know how to win wars. They seem to like these long protracted defensive wars.
I read that report and it surely seems strange since the Marine Corps has abandoned the use of MBT and in the past two years returned over 300 to the Army I believe that there are a few more to be turned over this year. Also the tanks that will be sent to Ukraine will be the most modern date versions since they are new construction.
True...When they are ready, but they will not be equiped with certain technology reserved for our own Abrams Tanks.
That is true and it could be part of the reason that we are not sending the current SEV models. We currently have over 3,500 Abrams M1A1 in stock.
The next generation MBT was introduced in Oct 2022 by GD known as the AbramsX. Lighter, faster uses 50% less fuel, and has a dual running system of a combustible engine and a silent battery movement for totally silent moving it will be equipped with AI and have a crew of 2 or 3 instead of 4.
And they will have to be trained to use them.
I wonder how long it will all take?
Isn't that an oxymoron? It is a tank after all. Even if they cut the noise of a combustible engine they still have the noise from the treads, turret, etc. Just normal movement is going to create noise.
The Ukrainians are very adept at taking on new equipment in the middle of a war and a quick study. I believe that the current training for a US soldier is around 22 weeks both classroom and field work. Being that many of the Ukrainians are experienced tankers this may cut the time by some margin.
The Leopard will be in the field long before the Abrams along with the many variations of the T72 and the Polish PT91. Poland is sending 60 of the PT 91 and Leopards. Morocco has sent an unknown number of T 72s that have been up armored and 20 of them were sent to the front two weeks ago.
Spain just announced today that it will be sending 20 Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine.
Scholz said in the German parliament on Wednesday that his government will send 14 Leopard tanks to Ukraine, wrapping up months of deliberation and several days of tense negotiations with NATO partners. “The training of the Ukrainian crews is to begin quickly in Germany. In addition to training, the package will also include logistics, ammunition and maintenance of the systems.”
In the meantime:
"Russia pounded Ukraine with missiles early on Thursday (January 26).
A morning rush hour assault killed at least one person in Kyiv, and left critical infrastructure damaged in the Black Sea region of Odesa, according to officials.
A spokesperson for Ukraine's State Emergency Service said a total of 11 people had been killed during the Russian strikes throughout the course of the day.
Kyiv region resident Valentyna says her home was destroyed in the attack.
"I got out of the house walking over glass splinters. Then I pulled glass splinters out of one foot. I got high blood pressure and (medical workers) gave me an injection. I don't know, I don't remember how I got out of the house. Everything was in rubble."
Sadly this is how Russia wages war. That and the use of paid mercenaries like the Wagner Group which has been suffering enormous amounts of KIA/WIA.
The US has been training Ukraians with Leopard and combined arms movement and attack for a few weeks in Germany.
Having the tanks is great but must be coordinated with Infantry and IFV and artillery all of which is pouring into Ukraine. The Swedish are sending 50 CV90 IFVs which is designed to fight in the heavy forest of Sweden and are perfect for the eastern front in Ukraine which is forested.
In addition Denmark and the Baltic countries are sending self-propelled cannons which will make the new Ukrainian battalions complete and deadly.
Not only KIA/WIA - rumor has it there are many desertions/defections after several were killed in front of troops for expressing anti-war sentiments.
In addition to the money and intelligence that the US has already sent. Still we have to give credit to the Ukrainian soldiers. Thus far, they have been magnificent.
I was just reading today about that and also a division within the Wagner Group.
True the Ukrainians have been magnificent and many of them had no military experience but became the territorial guard which has been at the forefront of the fighting. I just read yesterday that one of their top ice skaters was killed fighting on the eastern front.
Most all of the Ukrainians have joined the fight in one way or another.
Do I dare call it "The birth of a Nation?"
I would not use that term, much to reminiscent of W. D. Griffiths's book originally named ''The Klansman''.
Something along the lines of ''Freedom Rings'' would be appropriate, IMO.
Either way it appears that Ukraine has entered into nationhood.
14 tanks? Ever so glad that European countries are taking such responsibility for what is happening in their back yard./S
I suppose it's better than what the Syrians or the Crimeans got. Many of them died with the exclusive consolation that "Obama was with them."
"Thank you for the birthday wishes!"
He's a traitor and a scumbag.
What makes him a traitor?
iden called Beyer by the name “Doug” four times during a confused & muddled speech on the economy.
Perfectly normal. An incoherent President who can't perform the ceremonial aspects of his job without embarrassing himself and looking like he belongs in an old folks home.
Where the hell is Doug?
"GOP to vote Friday on McDaniel, Dhillon, Lindell as new RNC chief"
How much can we pile on a Friday?
In another sad bit of Friday news, it appears that the Masterpiece Bakery saga is playing another round.
The original case was an organized set up, and the Scardina one was just more planned harassment. They want to destroy his business for standing up for his beliefs.
I expect this one to go all the way to the Supreme Court, which will rule in Jack's favor again.
Um-hum the case that seems endless. Do you think activists keep Judge shopping to get a final verdict?
Btw there are two unhappy campers on TikTok this Friday:
"Schiff uses TikTok app that Biden banned to complain about getting kicked off House Intelligence Committee."
The Court was nowhere near definitive enough in its initial ruling, allowing him to be harassed for years. Instead of just leaving him alone and buying cakes elsewhere, the end result of the ongoing harassment by progressive activists will likely be a much stronger defense of compelled speech. Whoops!
I'm sure Gorsuch would love to write the opinion.
LOL. What would a Vic article be without the shaming of black faces? Doesnt even matter what side of the law they are on.
In this case they seem to be on both sides. The point was why this story got less coverage than it deserved.
Do you think rioting will follow the release of the video?
This time there is a different plot line. That's what makes it a question.
Black on Black crime rarely gets much press John.
Doesn't fit the leftist narrative of blaming White people for everything bad that happens.
I mean, just look at what goes on in Chicago.
I dont know of anyone who blames white people for black crime.
Explain the LA riots?
Unless the cops are black, too.
Vic, your weekly recap doesnt mention the utter collapse of John Durham and William Barr's reputations, and that of their bogus investigation. This was one of the big news stories of the week yet didnt make the cut with you. Durham may be the most failed special prosecutor we have ever seen. Sad.
Why wasnt this news to you?
He got more convictions of Americans for what he was charged to investigate than Mueller
Because you told me it was a bogus investigation.
Not needed. Another member has no less than three seeds on it this morning.
"Adam Schiff lied.
- about Russian collusion
- about Hunter Biden's laptop
- about knowing a whistleblower
Eric Swalwell had a relationship with a Chinese spy.
They are disqualified from serving on the House Intelligence Committee.".....Kevin McCarthy
"Physician who claimed obesity can't be treated with diet and exercise joins Biden administration."
Biden felt she had the necessary qualifications!
She's obviously not read what the CDC says about obesity ...
"Georgia declares state of emergency amid protests related to police shooting."
https://justthenews.com/government/local/state-emergency-declared-georgia-after-protests-break-out?utm_source=sf&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=twjs
5 people already charged with domestic terrorism, a welcome change from the Soros DA's barely punishing violent insurrection a few years ago.
Surprise, surprise, most of them are rich, privileged "kids" rebelling against having life to easy. Maybe a decade or so in jail will help them grow up.
I wish!
It was a sight to behold! Senator Kennedy asked her two questions that even a US History 2 high school senior should know: Explain Articles 2 and 5 of the Constitution .
LMAO! I know it!
Pelosi body cam video released:
It was an NBC report that got the key details wrong:
This one shows them going in and taking chubbins down after he hit Pelosi.
It still is an incredible story.
"Republican National Committee chairwoman Ronna McDaniel was unanimously re-elected to steer the party for another two years on Friday, vowing to help the GOP win back the House and Senate in 2022.
In a speech at the party meeting in Florida, McDaniel admitted she was “mad” about the bruising loss of the Senate after Democrats triumphed in two crucial Georgia runoffs , and admitted the party faces an uphill battle.
“We have a lot of hard work to do to take back the Senate and the House in 2022, but I am mad and I’m not going to let socialism rule this country,” McDaniel vowed.
“I’m going to work with every single one of you to make sure we squash it and we take back the House and take back the Senate,” she said.
“So Democrats, get ready, buckle your seatbelts. We’re coming.”
She has many problems not of her making. About 60% of Republican voters still insist on waiting until election day to vote.
The FBI shouldn't be allowed to investigate State Legislatures examining election complaints.
As far as the hard work of registering & keeping track of voters & fundriasing, she has done well.
I see the Biden admin has opened a civil rights investigation to determine whether 5 black officers beat a black man because he was black.
Lol.
That's to be expected from the man who was Obama's understudy. Remember whenever there was a racial incident and Holder would go after police departments? There is rampant crime in New Orleans and the NOPD is still under a consent decree.
Memphis Police Department releases video:
I actually watched the video in three parts on MSNBC.
This is one reason why I could never be a cop. We now have few people willing to do the job anymore.
My recommendation to the parents who seem to be living in a different world: Teach your children to respect the police, obey their commands and never resist arrest!
I watched what the Memphis government released.
I assume they are withholding some more police footage from at least one of the officers that tackled the suspect at the second location. As well as the two officers that made the initial traffic stop at the first location.
At least three or four officers stated they thought the suspect was on something as he resisted at least 3 pepper sprays (that did more harm to officers than the suspect it seems); and at least 2 tasers.
There was also mention of the suspect trying to grab one of the officer's guns; but with the video footage provided I couldn't see it. Then again when they are wrestling on the ground all the camera picks up is moving dark blob. Also on the 4th video the camera is dropped on the ground- so a good portion of the altercation is missing outside of sound.
Yes the suspect resisted arrest; but the officers were completely out of line. Since when are kicks to the head of a suspect wrestling on the ground part of SOP? Using a baton to hit the suspect repeatedly while two officers held him supposedly trying to cuff him? Slapping (I can't call it anything else) a suspect while on the ground repeatedly? Then again when cuffed? Or threatening to break a suspects arm?
How many officers does it take to cuff someone even if they are on something? With 4 or 5 you would think they would have been able to pin him in any position they desired; and then cuffed and shackled him. The guy was a tall stick. The officers heavy set (maybe too heavy set).
Video two looks to be from a camera mounted to a street light; or someone's home security camera. No sound; but one hell of a lot of milling around after the incident was done. It looked like officers with medical training arrived; but spent their time talking to the other officers. It wasn't until a few minutes before the ambulance arrived that they actually started to assist the suspect.
Again, resisting arrest is moronic as it gets. But unless the other body cam footage shows the suspect trying to grab a weapon; or more forcefully resisting- the officers deserve to be charged for manslaughter at the very least.
Also, not sure in the first video but the officer stating twice "I hope they beat his ass" needs to be questioned as well.
And they did it all on film!
The intitial traffic stop was supposedly because of reckless driving. I wish we had some of that footage, not that it would make much difference, but it may explain some of the anger. This began with anger.
The other thing I'd like to know is what are police protocols in the city of Memphis? When you look back at the initial stop, it is as if the cops wanted to avoid taking physical custody of the suspect. They could have positioned him on the ground face down and handcuffed him had they had firmly taken control of him by hand. Instead they were using all of their secondary devices like pepper spray etc and never got control of him and thus he easily fled and a second chase began.
There is no defense for any of it. What is clear to me is that we have lost the experienced, professional police we once had. Those who were emasculated, disrepected and defunded. We are now left with anything we can get. In this case bullies with badges.
"48% of Democrats say descendants of enslaved people should be repaid in some way. By comparison, only 8% of Republicans say these descendants should be repaid in some way."
https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2022/11/28/black-and-white-americans-are-far-apart-in-their-views-of-reparations-for-slavery/?utm_content=buffer6a991&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_campaign=buffer