saraacater--2020-12-10--Companies linked to Gov. Newsom received nearly $3 million in PPP loans

Companies linked to Gov .
Newsom received nearly $ 3 million in PPP loans At least eight companies affiliated with California Gov .
Gavin Newsom collectively received millions of dollars from the coronavirus-related Paycheck Protection Program ( PPP ) , according to reports released by the US government and analyzed by ABC7 .
In 1992 , Newsom founded the company “ PlumpJack , ” and under his leadership , the PlumpJack Management Group LLC grew to include five restaurants and bars , four Napa Valley wineries , a ski resort and retail establishments , according to PlumpJackWinery.com .
The newly-released @ @ @ @ @ @ @ $ 2.9 million dollars through the Small Business Administration ’ s Paycheck Protection Program .
According to reports by the SBA , one company received a loan for $ 918,720 on April 14 , 2020 .
The SBA requires at least 60 % of the loan be used to cover employee wages .
This company had 14 employees .
Hypothetically , if divided equally , each employee would received around $ 40,000 to cover their salary over a three month period – that would amount to an annual salary of around $ 160,000 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ senior policy analyst with Project on Government Oversight specializes in tracking PPP funds .
“ It ’ s unexpected for a 14 employee organization to get nearly $ 1 million , ” he said .
“ The purpose behind this program was to save entry-level jobs , people going in and working on that paycheck .
That was what we put this out there for , to stop unemployment.
” On average , the small business loan for California companies with 14 employees was around $ 128,000 .
A PlumpJack company that also @ @ @ @ @ @ @ times that amount at $ 918,720 .
The PlumpJack Managment Group released a statement to ABC7 , “ ” Like many other companies facing extreme financial duress during the pandemic , we used loan monies to protect our workers and keep them employed .
Our staff members and their loved ones have depended on these programs for their livelihoods .
Gavin Newsom is not affiliated with the operation of the companies in any way .
Any suggestion otherwise is unequivocally false , ” said Jeff Nead , spokesperson for the PlumpJack Management Group @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a blind trust before he took office last year and is not affiliated with the operations of the companies , however , he is listed as the founder on the website and his sister , Hilary Newsom , is listed as the company ’ s President and Partner .
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At least eight companies affiliated with California Gov. Gavin Newsom collectively received millions of dollars from the coronavirus-related Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), according to reports released by the US government and analyzed by ABC7.
In 1992, Newsom founded the company “PlumpJack,” and under his leadership, the PlumpJack Management Group LLC grew to include five restaurants and bars, four Napa Valley wineries, a ski resort and retail establishments, according to PlumpJackWinery.com.
The newly-released reports indicate that the PlumpJack companies received $2.9 million dollars through the Small Business Administration’s Paycheck Protection Program.
According to reports by the SBA, one company received a loan for $918,720 on April 14, 2020. The SBA requires at least 60% of the loan be used to cover employee wages. This company had 14 employees. Hypothetically, if divided equally, each employee would received around $40,000 to cover their salary over a three month period – that would amount to an annual salary of around $160,000 per employee.
Sean Moulton, a senior policy analyst with Project on Government Oversight specializes in tracking PPP funds.
“It’s unexpected for a 14 employee organization to get nearly $1 million,” he said. “The purpose behind this program was to save entry-level jobs, people going in and working on that paycheck. That was what we put this out there for, to stop unemployment.”
On average, the small business loan for California companies with 14 employees was around $128,000. A PlumpJack company that also had 14 employees received more than seven times that amount at $918,720.
The PlumpJack Managment Group released a statement to ABC7, “”Like many other companies facing extreme financial duress during the pandemic, we used loan monies to protect our workers and keep them employed. Our staff members and their loved ones have depended on these programs for their livelihoods. Gavin Newsom is not affiliated with the operation of the companies in any way. Any suggestion otherwise is unequivocally false,” said Jeff Nead, spokesperson for the PlumpJack Management Group.
Newsom put his business holdings into a blind trust before he took office last year and is not affiliated with the operations of the companies, however, he is listed as the founder on the website and his sister, Hilary Newsom, is listed as the company’s President and Partner.
You can follow Annaliese Levy on Twitter @Annalieselevy


saraacater--2020-12-12--Case Denied: Supreme Court Declines to Hear Texas Complaint

“ The State of Texas ’ s motion for leave to file a bill of complaint is denied for lack @ @ @ @ @ of the Constitution , ” reads the order issued by Supreme Court Friday .
“ @ @ @ @ @ judicially cognizable interest in the manner in which another State conducts its elections .
All @ @ @ @ @ as moot.
” Joe Biden ’ s spokesperson reacted to the decision saying that “ @ @ @ @ @ and speedily rejected the latest of Donald Trump and his allies ’ attacks on the @ @ @ @

UPDATE:
In a significant turn of events, Attorney General Merrick Garland made a surprising announcement on Friday, elevating Delaware U.S. Attorney David Weiss to the role of special counsel. This decision marks a shift in focus towards the investigation of the Biden family’s financial matters. The probe, which encompasses Hunter Biden’s tax affairs and any potential connections his father, President Joe Biden, might have with his foreign associates, is slated to extend into the 2024 election cycle. Interestingly, this move comes as former President Donald Trump is simultaneously facing two federal indictments from the same department.
Garland stressed that the decision to appoint Weiss as an independent prosecutor aligns with the “public interest” and adheres to departmental regulations. Importantly, this transition was initiated by Weiss himself, who, earlier this week, conveyed his belief that the investigation had reached a point where he should proceed as a special counsel.
Weiss is no stranger to this intricate landscape. He is the federal prosecutor responsible for bringing charges against President Biden’s son, Hunter Biden, in Delaware. Recent times have witnessed the unfolding of legal proceedings involving Hunter Biden, including a probation-oriented plea arrangement that was ultimately rejected by a judge. In June, Hunter Biden agreed to a deal with federal prosecutors, admitting guilt in two tax-related offenses and a firearm charge, potentially leading to the dismissal of the latter charge. This latest development underscores the intensification of scrutiny into the financial affairs of the Biden family and highlights the evolving legal landscape involving prominent political figures.
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Attorney General Merrick Garland will speak to the public Friday afternoon. It is highly anticipated because I believe, as do many others, that he may be getting ready to announce the appointment of a Special Counsel to investigate “Hunter Biden” and his financial dealings overseas. Although, welcome there are still too many concerns with the DOJ that need to be addressed and there is little faith among many Americans that anything will be done.
Americans have witnessed the makings and the result of a two tiered justice system since President Trump was elected and then the continuing targeting of Trump even after his term as president.
I’ve spoken about the need for an outside investigation into Hunter Biden and President Biden at length on my podcast, The Sara Carter Show and on Fox News. But I’ve been jaded by the failures of past investigations and the weaponization of the Justice Department to do its job. The failure of the DOJ to be blind and just has been devastating to our nation.
Will Garland appoint a special counsel? I don’t know but as Americans we must demand that our leadership, our bureaucracies and our law makers follow the rule of law without prejudice. If they do not, as we have seen over the past decade with the establishments attacks on President Donald Trump and the weaponization of the system to target him, then our foundation will not only be fractured but it will be irreparable.
Either way, the alleged crimes and obvious financial connections linked to the Biden family with adversarial nations like China and Russia must be thoroughly investigated and the investigation must be made public. The Biden connections and large sums of money taken from government connected energy companies in Ukraine must also be thoroughly vetted and any improprieties must be made public.


saraacater--2020-12-11--Biden says ‘I’m proud of my son’ to reporter who asked if Hunter committed a crime

Biden says ‘ I ’ m proud of my son ’ to reporter who asked if Hunter committed a crime President-elect Joe Biden , when asked on Friday by Fox News reporter Peter Doocy if his son Hunter committed a crime , Biden said that he ’ s proud of his son .
On Wednesday , Hunter Biden revealed to the public in a bombshell statement that he is under federal investigation regarding his taxes .
On top of that , the past few months have also seen Hunter at the center of increasing controversy , when The New York @ @ @ @ @ @ @ had obtained from his laptop in an exposé , purporting to show that he leveraged his father ’ s position as the Obama administration ’ s public face of its policy toward Ukraine in his business dealings .
In the 15-second clip , President-elect Biden is standing up from behind a table to leave Friday ’ s transition team press briefing announcing staff , when Doocy—lobs the heavy question from off camera .
“ Did Hunter Biden commit a crime ?
” Doocy shouted at President-elect Biden .
“ Have you spoken to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ I ’ m proud of my son , ” Biden replied softly , with the video clip ending after that .
This isn ’ t the first time that the president-elect has expressed his pride in his son since Wednesday ’ s statement from the younger Biden .
The Biden-Harris transition team on Wednesday said of the federal investigation that the president-elect is “ deeply proud of his son , who has fought through difficult challenges , including the vicious personal attacks of recent months , only to emerge stronger.
” Hunter @ @ @ @ @ @ @ difficult challenges in his life , all while in the public eye .
Notably , Hunter ’ s biological mother and younger sister were killed in a tragic car crash in December 1972 , when his father was just elected to the U.S. Senate for the first time .
Hunter and his older brother Beau , who died from brain cancer in 2015 , were in the car and seriously injured .
Later in his life , Hunter would also struggle immensely in his battle with drug addiction , which President-elect Biden has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , like a lot of people , like a lot of people you know at home , had a drug problem , ” Biden said during the September 29 debate with Trump , after the president went after Hunter for his 2014 discharge from the U.S. Navy Reserve after testing positive for cocaine .
“ He ’ s overtaken it , he ’ s fixed it , he ’ s worked on it , and I ’ m proud of him , ” Biden added .
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President-elect Joe Biden, when asked on Friday by Fox News reporter Peter Doocy if his son Hunter committed a crime, Biden said that he’s proud of his son.
On Wednesday, Hunter Biden revealed to the public in a bombshell statement that he is under federal investigation regarding his taxes.
RELATED: Hunter Biden confirms federal investigation into his tax affairs
On top of that, the past few months have also seen Hunter at the center of increasing controversy, when The New York Post published the details of emails it had obtained from his laptop in an exposé, purporting to show that he leveraged his father’s position as the Obama administration’s public face of its policy toward Ukraine in his business dealings.
In the 15-second clip, President-elect Biden is standing up from behind a table to leave Friday’s transition team press briefing announcing staff, when Doocy—lobs the heavy question from off camera.
“Did Hunter Biden commit a crime?” Doocy shouted at President-elect Biden. “Have you spoken to your son, Mr. President-elect?”
“I’m proud of my son,” Biden replied softly, with the video clip ending after that.
Fox News's Peter Doocy shouted Hunter questions to Biden as he left today's staffing announcements and he got Biden to respond.
Doocy: "Did Hunter Biden commit a crime? Have you spoken to your son, Mr. President-Elect?"
Biden: "I'm proud of my son." pic.twitter.com/czijmq9hoG — Curtis Houck (@CurtisHouck) December 11, 2020
This isn’t the first time that the president-elect has expressed his pride in his son since Wednesday’s statement from the younger Biden.
The Biden-Harris transition team on Wednesday said of the federal investigation that the president-elect is “deeply proud of his son, who has fought through difficult challenges, including the vicious personal attacks of recent months, only to emerge stronger.”
Hunter, like his father, has experienced difficult challenges in his life, all while in the public eye. Notably, Hunter’s biological mother and younger sister were killed in a tragic car crash in December 1972, when his father was just elected to the U.S. Senate for the first time. Hunter and his older brother Beau, who died from brain cancer in 2015, were in the car and seriously injured.
Later in his life, Hunter would also struggle immensely in his battle with drug addiction, which President-elect Biden has spoken publicly about.
“My son, like a lot of people, like a lot of people you know at home, had a drug problem,” Biden said during the September 29 debate with Trump, after the president went after Hunter for his 2014 discharge from the U.S. Navy Reserve after testing positive for cocaine.
“He’s overtaken it, he’s fixed it, he’s worked on it, and I’m proud of him,” Biden added.
You can follow Douglas Braff on Twitter @Douglas_P_Braff.


saraacater--2020-12-11--Dark Wire: Anne Frank statue in Idaho vandalized with swastika stickers

A statue memorializing Anne Frank in Boise , Idaho was vandalized with swastika stickers on Tuesday just before the start @ @ @ @ @ USA Today , police are investigating the incident and Boise Police Chief Ryan Lee called @ @ @ @ @ ” One antisemitic posting read “ WE ARE EVERYWHERE ” and had a large swastika @ @ @ @ @ page .
To read the full story on TheDarkWire.com , click here .

In a recent development, the Tate brothers, Andrew and Tristan, along with two associates, find themselves at the center of a high-profile case involving human trafficking allegations.
The charges leveled against them indicate the formation of an organized criminal group in 2021 with the intent to carry out human trafficking operations not only in Romania but also in the United States and the United Kingdom, according to the BBC.
The investigation, which led to their arrest in December last year, has culminated in an indictment filed with the Bucharest court. According to the indictment, the Tate brothers are accused of luring their victims with false promises of love and marriage. Seven individuals have been identified as alleged victims, who were later coerced and subjected to a harrowing ordeal.
Prosecutors contend that the victims were taken to locations in Ilfov county, Romania, where they faced constant surveillance, intimidation, and control. The defendants allegedly forced the victims into debt and coerced them into participating in pornographic activities, with the explicit material subsequently shared on social media platforms. Shockingly, one of the defendants is accused of raping a woman on two occasions in March 2022, further amplifying the gravity of the charges.
While the trial is not expected to commence immediately, as a Romanian judge is granted 60 days to inspect the case files, it is anticipated to be a protracted legal battle. The complexity of the case and the severity of the charges will undoubtedly result in a lengthy trial process, with several years potentially passing before a verdict is reached.
Representatives for the Tate brothers released a statement acknowledging the unsurprising nature of the news but maintaining their belief in their innocence.
As reported by the BBC, the Tate brothers media team stared, “While this news is undoubtedly predictable, we embrace the opportunity it presents to demonstrate their innocence and vindicate their reputation.”
They expressed their eagerness to present a comprehensive body of evidence meticulously collected over time, which they believe will substantiate their claims of innocence and restore their tarnished reputation.
However, it should be noted that additional charges, such as money laundering and trafficking of minors, are still under investigation. If evidence is uncovered to support these allegations, a separate indictment could be filed, further complicating the legal proceedings for the defendants.
Andrew Tate, who gained notoriety through his participation in the reality television show Big Brother, has a controversial past, having been removed from the show in 2016 following a video that appeared to depict him assaulting a woman.
Despite subsequent bans on social media platforms due to his contentious statements, he has managed to amass a following, particularly among young men, by promoting an ostentatious and hyper-masculine lifestyle.
As the case unfolds, public attention will undoubtedly be drawn to the trial, with many eagerly awaiting the outcome and hoping for justice to be served for the alleged victims. The complex web of charges and the high-profile nature of the defendants ensure that this trial will be closely monitored and scrutinized by the media and the public alike.
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saraacater--2020-12-11--Rev. Warnock allegedly ‘extremely uncooperative’ during 2002 child-abuse investigation, police recor

Rev. Warnock allegedly ‘extremely uncooperative’ during 2002 child-abuse investigation, police records reveal

One of the Democratic candidates in Georgia ’ s two U.S. Senate runoff elections , Rev .
Raphael Warnock , allegedly obstructed a police investigation into child abuse at a church-affiliated summer camp , according to state police records obtained by the Washington Free Beacon , Fox News reported Friday .
Warnock was “ extremely uncooperative and disruptive ” of the 2002 probe , and he demanded that the camp ’ s attorneys should be present when officers were interviewing the camp counselors , according to the documents .
This is despite the fact that the counselors could only request @ @ @ @ @ @ @ could not do so on their behalf .
The Democratic senatorial candidate was senior pastor of the church that operated the camp at that time .
Warnock , the pastor at the same Atlanta baptist church where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. had also been a pastor , is running against incumbent Sen. Kelly Loeffler ( R ) in a runoff for one of Georgia ’ s two Senate seats up for election on January 5 .
While both elections will take place on that date , voters can begin casting early ballots @ @ @ @ @ @ @ debate between the two opponents , Warnock called Loeffler “ a liar ” when she claimed he had been arrested for obstructing a probe into child abuse .
“ [ I was ] working at trying to make sure that young people who were being questioned by law enforcement had the benefit of counsel , a lawyer or a parent , ” Warnock explained .
“ The law enforcement officers actually later thanked me for my cooperation and for helping them.
” One of the reverend ’ s campaign officials defended Warnock to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reveal that Loeffler ’ s obstruction allegations were not accurate .
“ This is yet another one of Senator Loeffler ’ s lowest of the low attacks that independent fact checkers have said is ‘ mostly false , ' ” the Warnock campaign ’ s rapid response director , Michael Brewer , told Fox News .
“ The truth is he was protecting the rights of young people to make sure they had a lawyer or a parent when being questioned .
Law enforcement officials later praised him for his help in this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ police record have been redacted , however , the reports line up with news articles about the incident , which led to Warnock ’ s arrest , according to Fox News .
The two unnamed ministers , whom the criminal complaint was filed against , are only referred to in the documents as “ the reverends.
” At the request of a prosecutor , it should be noted , criminal charges were later dropped .
“ Miscommunication ” is what the prosecutor assigned blame .
On July 31 , 2002 , investigators arrived @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Maryland .
Police reports described how the two reverends allegedly disrupted interviews .
“ This investigator informed [ camp administrators ] that if the counselors requested that an attorney be present that was their right , however , no one else could [ invoke ] their rights to an attorney on their behalf , ” the report reads .
Notably , the arrest of Warnock and his colleague Rev .
Mark Andre Wright after being charged with obstructing a police investigation at the camp was reported in a 2002 Baltimore Sun article , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the clergymen , a state trooper assigned to the case said , were suspected of being involved in the original criminal complaint that brought the police to the camp .
The officer would not describe the nature of the abuse , but Warnock later said it was not sexual and refused to comment further , per Fox News .
Want more details from this story ?
Click here to read the full original Fox News report here .
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One of the Democratic candidates in Georgia’s two U.S. Senate runoff elections, Rev. Raphael Warnock, allegedly obstructed a police investigation into child abuse at a church-affiliated summer camp, according to state police records obtained by the Washington Free Beacon, Fox News reported Friday.
Warnock was “extremely uncooperative and disruptive” of the 2002 probe, and he demanded that the camp’s attorneys should be present when officers were interviewing the camp counselors, according to the documents. This is despite the fact that the counselors could only request a lawyer for themselves, whereas Warnock could not do so on their behalf. The Democratic senatorial candidate was senior pastor of the church that operated the camp at that time.
Warnock, the pastor at the same Atlanta baptist church where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. had also been a pastor, is running against incumbent Sen. Kelly Loeffler (R) in a runoff for one of Georgia’s two Senate seats up for election on January 5. While both elections will take place on that date, voters can begin casting early ballots this Monday.
During a December 7 debate between the two opponents, Warnock called Loeffler “a liar” when she claimed he had been arrested for obstructing a probe into child abuse.
“[I was] working at trying to make sure that young people who were being questioned by law enforcement had the benefit of counsel, a lawyer or a parent,” Warnock explained. “The law enforcement officers actually later thanked me for my cooperation and for helping them.”
One of the reverend’s campaign officials defended Warnock to Fox News, saying the fact checks reveal that Loeffler’s obstruction allegations were not accurate.
“This is yet another one of Senator Loeffler’s lowest of the low attacks that independent fact checkers have said is ‘mostly false,'” the Warnock campaign’s rapid response director, Michael Brewer, told Fox News. “The truth is he was protecting the rights of young people to make sure they had a lawyer or a parent when being questioned. Law enforcement officials later praised him for his help in this investigation.”
The names in the 18-year-old police record have been redacted, however, the reports line up with news articles about the incident, which led to Warnock’s arrest, according to Fox News. The two unnamed ministers, whom the criminal complaint was filed against, are only referred to in the documents as “the reverends.”
At the request of a prosecutor, it should be noted, criminal charges were later dropped. “Miscommunication” is what the prosecutor assigned blame.
On July 31, 2002, investigators arrived at Camp Farthest Out in Eldersberg, Maryland. Police reports described how the two reverends allegedly disrupted interviews.
“This investigator informed [camp administrators] that if the counselors requested that an attorney be present that was their right, however, no one else could [invoke] their rights to an attorney on their behalf,” the report reads.
Notably, the arrest of Warnock and his colleague Rev. Mark Andre Wright after being charged with obstructing a police investigation at the camp was reported in a 2002 Baltimore Sun article, according to Fox News.
Neither of the clergymen, a state trooper assigned to the case said, were suspected of being involved in the original criminal complaint that brought the police to the camp.
The officer would not describe the nature of the abuse, but Warnock later said it was not sexual and refused to comment further, per Fox News.
Want more details from this story? Click here to read the full original Fox News report here.
You can follow Douglas Braff on Twitter @Douglas_P_Braff.


saraacater--2020-12-11--Rep. Tulsi Gabbard introduces bill to protect infants who survive abortions

Rep. Tulsi Gabbard , D-HI , introduced a bill Wednesday that seeks to protect infants who survive abortions .
In @ @ @ @ @ breaking from the more progressive-leaning members of the party ’ s position on the issue @ @ @ @ @ chambers of Congress , H.R.8923 would amend U.S. Code “ to ensure a health care @ @ @ @ @ of care in the case of a child who survives an abortion or attempted abortion.
@ @ @ @ @ Governor Ralph Northam ( D ) drew criticism over a statement he made publicly about @ @ @ @ @ If a mother is in labor , I can tell you exactly what would happen @ @ @ @ @ the time .
“ The infant would be delivered .
The infant would be kept @ @ @ @ @ be resuscitated if that ’ s what the mother and the family desired , and @ @ @ @ @ between the physicians and the mother.
” Democrats were largely silent on the issue , @ @ @ @ @ Northam .


saraacater--2020-12-11--Janice Dean slams Gov. Cuomo over decision to end indoor dining: ‘donate all of the proceeds’ from y

Janice Dean slams Gov. Cuomo over decision to end indoor dining: ‘donate all of the proceeds’ from your book to ‘restaurants you’re closing’

Janice Dean slams Gov .
Cuomo over decision to end indoor dining : ‘ donate all of the proceeds ’ from your book to ‘ restaurants you ’ re closing ’ New York Gov .
Andrew Cuomo ( D ) announced Friday that indoor dining in New York City will be terminated again as COVID-19 cases in the city ’ s five boroughs and the rest of the state continue to skyrocket , as well as across the whole United States .
In response to Gov .
Cuomo ’ s order , Fox News ’ Janice Dean , who has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ York leader ’ s handling of the virus suggested he “ donate all of the proceeds including the huge advance from your fictional ‘ leadership ’ book to all the restaurants you ’ re closing.
” Dean has fought tirelessly to expose Gov .
Cuomo ’ s order at the start of COVID-19 that forced nursing homes to take in recovering patients with the virus .
She lost loved ones as a result of that very order .
Because New York City ’ s number of coronavirus cases and hospitalizations have increased drastically @ @ @ @ @ @ @ three-term governor stated during a virtual press conference that “ [ w ] e ’ re going to close indoor dining in New York City on Monday ” .
Restaurants , it should be noted , are still permitted to offer take-out , delivery , and outdoor dining options .
This announcement follows a statement from Cuomo earlier this week that , if New York City ’ s hospitalization rate has not stabilized , indoor dining would either be closed or reduced .
Comparatively , New York City was slower than the rest @ @ @ @ @ @ @ restrictions after the initial spring months of the pandemic during which it became the United States ’ deadly epicenter .
While the city only allowed indoor dining to resume at 25 % capacity on September 30 , neighboring Long Island ’ s two counties , for example , began to allow indoor dining back in late June at 50 % capacity .
During the previous virtual presser , Cuomo also made a point in calling on the federal government to provide economic relief to businesses affected by the pandemic and the accompanying restrictions @ @ @ @ @ @ @ City finding themselves economically and fiscally devastated by the virus .
“ The federal government must provide relief to bars and restaurants in this next [ stimulus ] package , ” Cuomo urged .
This latest development from Cuomo comes as United States ’ total coronavirus death toll surpasses 282,000 , according to Johns Hopkins University , with its total confirmed infections climbing well past 15 million .
You can follow Douglas Braff on Twitter @ Douglas_P_Braff .

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) announced Friday that indoor dining in New York City will be terminated again as COVID-19 cases in the city’s five boroughs and the rest of the state continue to skyrocket, as well as across the whole United States.
In response to Gov. Cuomo’s order, Fox News’ Janice Dean, who has been a fierce advocate against the New York leader’s handling of the virus suggested he “donate all of the proceeds including the huge advance from your fictional ‘leadership’ book to all the restaurants you’re closing.”
Dean has fought tirelessly to expose Gov. Cuomo’s order at the start of COVID-19 that forced nursing homes to take in recovering patients with the virus. She lost loved ones as a result of that very order.
Hey tough guy @NYGovCuomo why not donate all the proceeds including the huge advance from your fictional “leadership” book to all the restaurants you’re closing. You did not succeed in New York. In fact you are making things even worse. — Janice Dean (@JaniceDean) December 11, 2020
Because New York City’s number of coronavirus cases and hospitalizations have increased drastically during the past two weeks, the three-term governor stated during a virtual press conference that “[w]e’re going to close indoor dining in New York City on Monday”.
Restaurants, it should be noted, are still permitted to offer take-out, delivery, and outdoor dining options.
This announcement follows a statement from Cuomo earlier this week that, if New York City’s hospitalization rate has not stabilized, indoor dining would either be closed or reduced.
Comparatively, New York City was slower than the rest of the state in loosening its coronavirus restrictions after the initial spring months of the pandemic during which it became the United States’ deadly epicenter. While the city only allowed indoor dining to resume at 25% capacity on September 30, neighboring Long Island’s two counties, for example, began to allow indoor dining back in late June at 50% capacity.
During the previous virtual presser, Cuomo also made a point in calling on the federal government to provide economic relief to businesses affected by the pandemic and the accompanying restrictions, amidst both New York State and City finding themselves economically and fiscally devastated by the virus.
“The federal government must provide relief to bars and restaurants in this next [stimulus] package,” Cuomo urged.
This latest development from Cuomo comes as United States’ total coronavirus death toll surpasses 282,000, according to Johns Hopkins University, with its total confirmed infections climbing well past 15 million.
RELATED: COVID-19: Single-day U.S. virus deaths surpass 3,000
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saraacater--2020-12-11--Will Pres. Trump lose his Twitter account when he leaves office?

Will Pres .
Trump lose his Twitter account when he leaves office ?
Twitter has been a longtime podium for President Donald Trump , going back to his account ’ s creation in 2009 , a period when the social media site was just three years young but astronomically gaining more and more mainstream traction .
However , when President-elect Joe Biden is sworn in as president on January 20 , Trump ’ s account will lose certain protections Twitter has granted him for the past four years as a world leader .
The social media giant has policies that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and some other officials , which gives them leeway with tweets of theirs that would otherwise violate the website ’ s content policy if they were regular Twitter users .
Instead of removing the policy-violating tweets and content , the company leaves it on its site if there ’ s “ a clear public interest value to keeping the tweet on the service.
” News officially broke that Twitter , while not saying Trump ’ s name or job title explicitly , would rescind its special treatment of world leaders once they no @ @ @ @ @ @ @ citizens , a Twitter spokesperson told The Verge in a November 7 report .
“ Twitter ’ s approach to world leaders , candidates , and public officials is based on the principle that people should be able to choose to see what their leaders are saying with clear context .
This means that we may apply warnings and labels , and limit engagement to certain tweets .
This policy framework applies to current world leaders and candidates for office , and not private citizens when they no longer hold these positions , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ technology publication .
At a November 17 congressional hearing , Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey confirmed that the account of a given world leader , once they are no longer in power , would not be subject to this policy , saying , “ If an account suddenly is not a world leader anymore , that particular policy goes away ” .
Trump undeniably changed the entire political game with his use of Twitter in 2015 and 2016 , with commentators and outlets , such as Vox , remarking at the time that he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ consequences “ .
You can follow Douglas Braff on Twitter @ Douglas_P_Braff .


saraacater--2020-12-11--WH deputy press secretary: We could have vaccine ‘shots in arms as early as Monday’

WH deputy press secretary : We could have vaccine ‘ shots in arms as early as Monday ’ White House Deputy Press Secretary Brian Morgenstern joined Fox News ’ s Varney & Co Friday to give the latest updates on Operation Warp Speed .
Morgenstern said Operation Warp Speed is on track to far exceed Joe Biden ’ s goal of 100 million vaccines in his first 100 days in office .
“ We are on page to far exceed that goal on that timeline over the course of the next several months , ” Morgenstern said .
“ If @ @ @ @ @ @ @ March or April , that would actually be behind schedule .
We ’ re talking about getting to 100 million by February potentially.
” “ The man ’ s trying to take credit for the president ’ s achievement , ” Stuart Varney said of Biden .
“ I think the president deserves full credit for what he has achieved.
” Morgenstern then said he expects shipments of the vaccinations to go out this weekend and begin possible distribution on Monday .
“ We anticipate the FDA finally issuing the authorization , they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that means we think there will be shipments happening over the weekend and that we can have shots in arms as early as Monday , ” Morgenstern said .
“ That is extraordinary news for America thanks to President Trump ’ s Operation Warp Speed.
” Decisions on allocating vaccines are up to the states , and their plans must be approved by the federal government .
The vaccine supply will be divided up based on population size .
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention will issue guidelines outlining priority populations and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be distributed .
The CDC guidelines are recommendations , not requirements .

White House Deputy Press Secretary Brian Morgenstern joined Fox News’s Varney & Co Friday to give the latest updates on Operation Warp Speed.
Morgenstern said Operation Warp Speed is on track to far exceed Joe Biden’s goal of 100 million vaccines in his first 100 days in office.
“We are on page to far exceed that goal on that timeline over the course of the next several months,” Morgenstern said. “If it were only 100 million talking about March or April, that would actually be behind schedule. We’re talking about getting to 100 million by February potentially.”
“The man’s trying to take credit for the president’s achievement,” Stuart Varney said of Biden. “I think the president deserves full credit for what he has achieved.”
Morgenstern then said he expects shipments of the vaccinations to go out this weekend and begin possible distribution on Monday.
“We anticipate the FDA finally issuing the authorization, they’ve already given the signal, that means we think there will be shipments happening over the weekend and that we can have shots in arms as early as Monday,” Morgenstern said.
“That is extraordinary news for America thanks to President Trump’s Operation Warp Speed.”
Decisions on allocating vaccines are up to the states, and their plans must be approved by the federal government. The vaccine supply will be divided up based on population size. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention will issue guidelines outlining priority populations and the order in which the vaccinations should be distributed. The CDC guidelines are recommendations, not requirements.


saraacater--2020-12-11--Rep. Biggs to AG Barr: How do you know there was no voter fraud if you didn’t investigate it?

Rep. Biggs to AG Barr : How do you know there was no voter fraud if you didn ’ t investigate it ?
House Freedom Caucus Chairman Rep. Andy Biggs , R-AZ , slammed Attorney General William Barr on Monday ’ s episode of “ The Sara Carter Show ” for suggesting there was no widespread voter fraud in the 2020 election while showing no evidence of an investigation into claims of such fraud .
Barr told the Associated Press earlier this month that the Justice Department was conducting an investigation , but claimed that “ to date , we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that could have effected a different outcome in the election.
” The Freedom Caucus last week wrote a letter to Barr asking him for evidence of his investigation , but Biggs says that evidence hasn ’ t yet been provided .
“ If you didn ’ t investigate , then you wouldn ’ t know if there ’ s fraud or not , ” Biggs told Carter of Barr .
“ But I ’ m disgusted .
He ’ s named Durham , to be special counsel , ostensibly , so he can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ In his home state of Arizona , Biggs says the proper way to restore election integrity is to conduct an audit of the 2020 election .
That will need to be directed by either Governor Doug Ducey , who will need the support of the state legislature , or the board of supervisors , Biggs noted .
“ All ’ s the governor has to do is either bring legislature in and they can vote to have an audit , or the board of supervisors can order an audit , or the governor @ @ @ @ @ @ @ would an audit do a forensic audit ?
He would either say that what the governor has been saying is right , that we had a wonderful election , there was no fraud , every legal ballot was counted and no illegal ballots were counted , ” Biggs explaned .
“ That ’ s what it would show he ’ d be a hero for that .
Or he would say look , you know , we did find some a systemic problem .
We did find enough balance to bring this into @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pursue the remedy .
He ’ d be a hero for that .
You can ’ t lose .
So why won ’ t he do it ?
” Biggs also emphasized that despite hundreds of affidavits , many state leaders have gone on the “ defensive ” to prevent any such investigations .

House Freedom Caucus Chairman Rep. Andy Biggs, R-AZ, slammed Attorney General William Barr on Monday’s episode of “The Sara Carter Show” for suggesting there was no widespread voter fraud in the 2020 election while showing no evidence of an investigation into claims of such fraud.
Barr told the Associated Press earlier this month that the Justice Department was conducting an investigation, but claimed that “to date, we have not seen fraud on a scale that could have effected a different outcome in the election.”
The Freedom Caucus last week wrote a letter to Barr asking him for evidence of his investigation, but Biggs says that evidence hasn’t yet been provided.
“If you didn’t investigate, then you wouldn’t know if there’s fraud or not,” Biggs told Carter of Barr. “But I’m disgusted. He’s named Durham, to be special counsel, ostensibly, so he can keep investigating in a Biden era.”
In his home state of Arizona, Biggs says the proper way to restore election integrity is to conduct an audit of the 2020 election. That will need to be directed by either Governor Doug Ducey, who will need the support of the state legislature, or the board of supervisors, Biggs noted.
“All’s the governor has to do is either bring legislature in and they can vote to have an audit, or the board of supervisors can order an audit, or the governor could issue an executive order and what would an audit do a forensic audit? He would either say that what the governor has been saying is right, that we had a wonderful election, there was no fraud, every legal ballot was counted and no illegal ballots were counted,” Biggs explaned.
“That’s what it would show he’d be a hero for that. Or he would say look, you know, we did find some a systemic problem. We did find enough balance to bring this into question and, and then you could pursue the remedy. He’d be a hero for that. You can’t lose. So why won’t he do it?”
Biggs also emphasized that despite hundreds of affidavits, many state leaders have gone on the “defensive” to prevent any such investigations.


saraacater--2020-12-11--REPORT: AG Barr knew about two federal probes into Hunter Biden since the spring

REPORT : AG Barr knew about two federal probes into Hunter Biden since the spring Attorney General William Barr was aware of federal investigations into President-elect Joe Biden ’ s son , Hunter Biden , before the presidential election , and worked to ensure the information was not released to the public , The Wall Street Journal reported Thursday .
According to the Journal , a person familiar with the matter said Barr had known about investigations involving Hunter Biden ’ s business and financial dealings since at least this spring “ and worked to avoid their public disclosure during @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is also implicated in a broader international financial investigation by federal prosecutors in Manhattan , a person familiar with the case told the Journal .
That probe has been going on for at least a year .
However , Hunter Biden was never a specific target for criminal prosecution , according to the Journal .
Trump tweeted Thursday , “ Why didn ’ t the Fake News Media , the FBI and the DOJ report the Biden matter BEFORE the Election.
” This new information comes the same week that Hunter Biden confirmed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in Delaware was investigating his taxes .
Hunter Biden released a statement following the investigation saying , “ I take this matter very seriously but I am confident that a professional and objective review of these matters will demonstrate that I handled my affairs legally and appropriately , including with the benefit of professional tax advisors .
”


saraacater--2020-12-12--President Trump: AG William Barr is a ‘Big Disappointment’

“ Big Disappointment , ” tweeted President Trump on Friday responding to a comment made by renown radio personality Todd @ @ @ @ @ Wall Street Journal story is true and Attorney General Barr knew in the spring about @ @ @ @ @ it quiet — he should be fired by the end of business today , ” @ @ @ @ @ Street Journal published an exclusive reporting on Attorney General William Barr who , according to @ @ @ @ @ disparate set of investigations involving Hunter Biden ’ s business and financial dealings since at @ @ @ @


saraacater--2020-12-14--REPORT: Leak exposes roughly 2 million Chinese Communist Party members spying globally

A register containing the names and positions of roughly 2 million members of the Chinese Communist Party was leaked and its existence revealed Sunday revealed by Sky News network .
It is one of the biggest intelligence finds and exposes the Chinese Communist Party ’ s “ intricate and continued work to embed its spy network deep into other nations , ” a former senior U.S. intelligence official with knowledge of China ’ s networks told me Sunday night .
According to spy news the leak , which contained a register of Chinese spies all over the world and exposed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ its leader Xi Jinping .
Sharri Markson said on Sky News that the “ leak is a register with the details of Communist Party members , including their names , party position , birthday , national ID number and ethnicity .
“ It is believed to be the first leak of its kind in the world , ” the Sky News host said .
“ What ’ s amazing about this database is not just that it exposes people who are members of the communist party , and who are now living and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Australia to the US to the UK , ” Ms Markson said .
“ But it ’ s amazing because it lifts the lid on how the party operates under President and Chairman Xi Jinping.
” She said the “ data was extracted from a Shanghai server by Chinese dissidents , whistleblowers , in April 2016 , who have been using it for counter-intelligence purposes.
” The leak confirmed what many intelligence agencies and government officials have long suspected , that a multitude of CCP spies are embedded in government agencies , as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The list revealed that many of the spies were operating in the United States , Australia and United Kingdom .
Gordon Chang , a China expert and author of “ The Coming Collapse of China ” had told me in earlier interviews that the best route to take with China would be “ for the U.S. to cut its ties with ” the communist nation .
He long has chastised the U.S. government for attempting to broker trade deals with the communist regime , while not holding China accountable for intellectual property theft @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
He noted that for more than three decades the U.S. has not been able to achieve reciprocal or a fair trading relationship with the CCP .
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A register containing the names and positions of roughly 2 million members of the Chinese Communist Party was leaked and its existence revealed Sunday revealed by Sky News network.
It is one of the biggest intelligence finds and exposes the Chinese Communist Party’s “intricate and continued work to embed its spy network deep into other nations,” a former senior U.S. intelligence official with knowledge of China’s networks told me Sunday night.
According to spy news the leak, which contained a register of Chinese spies all over the world and exposed the CPP’s party operates under its leader Xi Jinping.
Sharri Markson said on Sky News that the “leak is a register with the details of Communist Party members, including their names, party position, birthday, national ID number and ethnicity. “It is believed to be the first leak of its kind in the world,” the Sky News host said. “What’s amazing about this database is not just that it exposes people who are members of the communist party, and who are now living and working all over the world, from Australia to the US to the UK,” Ms Markson said. “But it’s amazing because it lifts the lid on how the party operates under President and Chairman Xi Jinping.” She said the “data was extracted from a Shanghai server by Chinese dissidents, whistleblowers, in April 2016, who have been using it for counter-intelligence purposes.” Sky News Australia
The leak confirmed what many intelligence agencies and government officials have long suspected, that a multitude of CCP spies are embedded in government agencies, as well as companies around the world. The list revealed that many of the spies were operating in the United States, Australia and United Kingdom.
Gordon Chang, a China expert and author of “The Coming Collapse of China” had told me in earlier interviews that the best route to take with China would be “for the U.S. to cut its ties with” the communist nation. He long has chastised the U.S. government for attempting to broker trade deals with the communist regime, while not holding China accountable for intellectual property theft, as well as human rights violations.
He noted that for more than three decades the U.S. has not been able to achieve reciprocal or a fair trading relationship with the CCP.
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saraacater--2020-12-13--Cuomo Receives Award For ‘Inspired Leadership’ During Covid-19: Critics Question His Achievements

Cuomo Receives Award For ‘ Inspired Leadership ’ During Covid-19 : Critics Question His Achievements New York Governor Andrew Cuomo received the “ Edward M. Kennedy Institute Award for Inspired Leadership ” during the Covid-19 pandemic .
Massachusetts Gov .
Charlie Baker will also receive the same award .
“ I am honored to receive the 2020 Edward M. Kennedy Institute Award for Inspired Leadership , ” tweeted Gov .
Cuomo .
“ I learned about humanity , leadership and putting people first from the great Senator Ted Kennedy.
” Guomo congratulated his fellow recipient Gov .
Charlie Baker for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Emmy Award for the viral press conferences he held in the early stages of the coronavirus pandemic .
But not everyone is happy with how the NY Governor has handled the virus in the state .
As of December 7th , there have been 7,147 reported Covid-19 deaths in Nursing and Adult Care facilities throughout the state .
Many of these critics associate Cuomo ’ s directive to take in Covid-19 patients back in March with thousands of deaths in nursing homes .
“ Leadership is about good and sound judgment .
Gov @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s responsible for this nursing home problem , and the deaths are on his hands , ” Michael Caputo , assistant secretary for public affairs at the US Department of Health and Human Services , told The New York Post back in May .
Between March 25 and May 8 , approximately 6,326 COVID-positive patients were admitted to nursing homes , according to a state health department report .
Despite all the critics none of these claims have ever been proven .
Click image to read in full Gov .
Cuomo advisory @ @ @ @ @ @

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo received the “Edward M. Kennedy Institute Award for Inspired Leadership” during the Covid-19 pandemic. Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker will also receive the same award.
“I am honored to receive the 2020 Edward M. Kennedy Institute Award for Inspired Leadership,” tweeted Gov. Cuomo. “I learned about humanity, leadership and putting people first from the great Senator Ted Kennedy.” Guomo congratulated his fellow recipient Gov. Charlie Baker for the award.
I am honored to receive the 2020 Edward M. Kennedy Institute Award for Inspired Leadership.
I learned about humanity, leadership and putting people first from the great Senator Ted Kennedy.
Congratulations to my fellow recipient Gov. Charlie Baker. — Andrew Cuomo (@NYGovCuomo) December 10, 2020
Cuomo also received an Emmy Award for the viral press conferences he held in the early stages of the coronavirus pandemic.
But not everyone is happy with how the NY Governor has handled the virus in the state. As of December 7th, there have been 7,147 reported Covid-19 deaths in Nursing and Adult Care facilities throughout the state. Many of these critics associate Cuomo’s directive to take in Covid-19 patients back in March with thousands of deaths in nursing homes.
“Leadership is about good and sound judgment. Gov. Cuomo exercised misguided leadership. He’s responsible for this nursing home problem, and the deaths are on his hands,” Michael Caputo, assistant secretary for public affairs at the US Department of Health and Human Services, told The New York Post back in May.
Between March 25 and May 8, approximately 6,326 COVID-positive patients were admitted to nursing homes, according to a state health department report.
Despite all the critics none of these claims have ever been proven.
Click image to read in full Gov. Cuomo advisory on admissions to nursing homes:


saraacater--2020-12-13--Chaos in D.C.: Antifa and Proud Boys Clashes Turn Violent

At least four stabbings occurred near a bar where Proud Boys gathered .
23 people were arrested under various charges @ @ @ @ @ a police officer , and rioting .
“ Some Antifa black bloc who came to @ @ @ @ @ got beat up and chased away , ” reported Angy Ngô , an Editor-at-Large for @ @ @ @ @ “ There was a lot of street violence last night on both sides leading to @ @ @ @ @ several stabbings.
” Others also reported on riots and clashes between the two groups .

In an unexpected turn of events, the city of Goodhue in southeastern Minnesota finds itself without a police force as the chief and other department members tendered their resignations.
Mayor Ellen Anderson Buck conveyed the city’s determination to move forward despite the setback, assuring the public of continued police coverage.
Mayor Buck emphasized, “I want to reiterate that we will have police coverage in the city of Goodhue. That is not an issue.” Police Chief Josh Smith, who will remain in his position until August 24th, attributed the force’s dissolution to the inability to recruit new officers, according to reports from Fox News.
“This has been three weeks now, we have zero applicants, and I have zero prospects,” Smith disclosed on July 26. “I’ve called every PD around for the youngest guys out there, getting into the game. There’s nobody getting into the game.”
Chris Schmit, a Goodhue City Council member, praised the police force for their commitment to upholding law and order in the city, underscoring their invaluable contribution to the community’s safety. “I can probably speak for everyone when I say that they provided excellent safety and security to our community. And the small-town policing that they did, we want that back.”
Smith bared a stark truth to the Goodhue City Council, unraveling the crux of the department’s recruitment turmoil. The resounding echo of low wages and the unrelenting surge of rivalry from neighboring larger communities reverberated through his words. With an urgency born of necessity, he underscored the imperative for swift and substantial transformation to reorient this daunting trajectory.
In a state that has witnessed significant policing developments, including the George Floyd case, Minneapolis serves as a prominent backdrop. The latest ex-Minneapolis police officer convicted in Floyd’s death received a sentence of four years and nine months on August 7. Prior to his sentencing, Tou Thao, the former officer, shared a personal reflection on his faith journey while incarcerated.
Despite repeated attempts, the Goodhue Police Department, the mayor, and city council members remained unavailable for comments.
This unexpected loss of an entire police force underscores the challenges many smaller communities face in maintaining law enforcement personnel amidst increasing demands and competition from larger urban centers.
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saraacater--2020-12-14--Google services and websites faced widespread global outage Monday

Across the globe , Internet users watched as multiple Google services and websites were shut down for roughly one hour Monday morning .
Those services included YouTube , Gmail , Google Assistant , and Google Docs and effected millions of customers globally , according to TheVerge.com .
Thousands of users on social media reported the outages Monday and many businesses had a brief realization for one hour of what their situation could actually look like if a hacker or enemy state shut down the platform that is the foundation of their businesses .
According to TheVerge.com , Google officials acknowledged @ @ @ @ @ @ @ its business and personal services .
They noted that the outages began at 6:55AM ET , saying they had resolved the crisis for almost all their users by 7:52AM ET .
Reports quickly mounted on Twitter after users couldn ’ t access Google ’ s basic services , causing the hashtag “ # YouTubeDOWN ” to trend .
At its peak , the status page for Google ’ s services was a sea of red , to indicate they were all suffering an outage .
All services are now green indicating that they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , hundreds of followers across the country told me that their services were down .
It makes me wonder what would happen to all the vast data of information if a hacker , enemy state , could literally could take down the system .
Imagine how something like this could unfold .
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saraacater--2020-12-14--Seattle considers ‘poverty defense’ for misdemeanor crimes

The Seattle City Council is considering a law that would excuse misdemeanor crimes if the offense can be linked to poverty , mental health , and addiction , KUOW-TV reported .
The proposal would allow judges and juries the option to dismiss misdemeanor crimes that were committed because of poverty or while a person was experiencing symptoms of a mental illness or substance abuse disorder .
The proposed legislation would exclude misdemeanors related to domestic violence and impaired driving .
If passed , it would make Seattle the first city in the nation to excuse misdemeanor offenses linked to poverty @ @ @ @ @ @ @ In a situation where you took that sandwich because you were hungry and you were trying to meet your basic need of satisfying your hunger , we as a community will know that we should not punish that .
That conduct is excused , ” Anita Khandelwal , King County director of public defense , told KUOW-TV .
Former Seattle City Council member Tim Burgess opposes the proposal and called it a “ defense lawyer ’ s dream , ” KOUW reported .
“ It sends this powerful signal that as a city @ @ @ @ @ @ @ care about this type of criminal behavior in our city , ” Burgess said .
The Seattle Police Department said they will continue to hold those accountable who commit crimes and that the proposed legislation “ seems intent on eliminating any accountability or deterrent to engaging in these behaviors and would endanger the safety and rights of all people of Seattle.
” In a statement to Seattle Times , the police department said “ officers will continue to focus on holding individuals accountable who commit one of the thousands of assaults or thefts @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” This proposed legislation comes as crime rates in Seattle rise .
Protests have been ongoing in the city , including the Capitol Hill Occupied Zone protests , which was an occupation protest and self-declared autonomous zone in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Seattle that lasted 150 days .
Cities and states across the nation are reevaluating police policies as protests and demonstrators demand for change .

The Seattle City Council is considering a law that would excuse misdemeanor crimes if the offense can be linked to poverty, mental health, and addiction, KUOW-TV reported.
The proposal would allow judges and juries the option to dismiss misdemeanor crimes that were committed because of poverty or while a person was experiencing symptoms of a mental illness or substance abuse disorder.
The proposed legislation would exclude misdemeanors related to domestic violence and impaired driving.
If passed, it would make Seattle the first city in the nation to excuse misdemeanor offenses linked to poverty, addiction and mental illness.
“In a situation where you took that sandwich because you were hungry and you were trying to meet your basic need of satisfying your hunger, we as a community will know that we should not punish that. That conduct is excused,” Anita Khandelwal, King County director of public defense, told KUOW-TV.
Former Seattle City Council member Tim Burgess opposes the proposal and called it a “defense lawyer’s dream,” KOUW reported.
“It sends this powerful signal that as a city government, we don’t really care about this type of criminal behavior in our city,” Burgess said.
The Seattle Police Department said they will continue to hold those accountable who commit crimes and that the proposed legislation “seems intent on eliminating any accountability or deterrent to engaging in these behaviors and would endanger the safety and rights of all people of Seattle.”
In a statement to Seattle Times, the police department said “officers will continue to focus on holding individuals accountable who commit one of the thousands of assaults or thefts that occur in our community each year.”
This proposed legislation comes as crime rates in Seattle rise. Protests have been ongoing in the city, including the Capitol Hill Occupied Zone protests, which was an occupation protest and self-declared autonomous zone in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Seattle that lasted 150 days.
Cities and states across the nation are reevaluating police policies as protests and demonstrators demand for change.


saraacater--2020-12-14--Former Aide to Gov. Cuomo Accuses Him of Sexual Harassment

Former Aide to Gov .
Cuomo Accuses Him of Sexual Harassment A former aide to New York Gov .
Andrew Cuomo accused him of sexual harassment on Sunday .
Lindsey Boylan , who worked for the Cuomo administration from 2015 to 2018 and is currently running for Manhattan Borough President , made the accusation on Twitter , writing that the alleged conduct went on “ for years ” and that “ many saw it , and watched.
” “ I could never anticipate what to expect : would I be grilled on my work ( which was very good ) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ would it be both in the same conversation ?
This was the way for years , ” she continued .
On Twitter , Boylan explained why she would not be speaking to the press regarding her accusation .
Earlier this month , Boylan described her experience working for Cuomo as “ beyond toxic.
” On Saturday , Boylan asked President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris to reconsider Cuomo as one of the contenders for attorney general .
“ There are fewer things more scary than giving this man , who exists @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I saw how he wielded power for years .
He takes advantage of people , including me .
I hope  @ JoeBiden &  @ KamalaHarris don ’ t do this , ” she wrote on Twitter .
“ There is simply no truth to these claims , ” Cuomo ’ s press secretary , Caitlin Girouard said on Sunday .
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saraacater--2020-12-14--Twitter temporarily prevents users from interacting with Trump’s tweets

President Trump ’ s battle with censorship continued this weekend as Twitter briefly prevented its users from interacting with his tweets early Saturday morning .
Twitter users were unable to like or reply to a series of tweets made by Trump concerning election fraud and the recent US Supreme Court decision on the Texas lawsuit .
When users attempted to interact with the tweets , they received an alert explaining why Twitter had disabled the features .
“ We try to prevent a Tweet like this that otherwise breaks the Twitter Rules from reaching more people , so we have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with it , ” stated Twitter .
A few hours later the features had been reinstated on the tweets , while still bearing a warning label stating that the contents of the post were disputed .
A Twitter spokesperson confirmed to The Hill on Saturday that the actions on the tweets had been reversed .
“ We inadvertently took action to limit engagements on the labeled Tweet , ” the spokesperson said .
“ You can now engage with the Tweet , but in line with our Civic Integrity Policy it will continue @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more context for anyone who might see the Tweet.
” “ Throughout the year , we made product changes and policy updates to encourage more thoughtful consideration and reduce the potential for misleading information to spread on Twitter , ” the spokesperson added .
Twitter began fact-checking Trump ’ s tweets earlier this year and has consistently added warning labels to his tweets claiming the information is “ misleading.
” Trump ’ s battle with censorship has been ongoing and has escalated in recent months with Trump calling for an end of Section @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on Twitter @ AnnalieseLevy

President Trump’s battle with censorship continued this weekend as Twitter briefly prevented its users from interacting with his tweets early Saturday morning.
Twitter users were unable to like or reply to a series of tweets made by Trump concerning election fraud and the recent US Supreme Court decision on the Texas lawsuit.
https://twitter.com/realDonaldTrump/status/1337743516294934529
https://twitter.com/realDonaldTrump/status/1337745268591259648
When users attempted to interact with the tweets, they received an alert explaining why Twitter had disabled the features.
“We try to prevent a Tweet like this that otherwise breaks the Twitter Rules from reaching more people, so we have disabled most of the ways to engage with it,” stated Twitter.
never seen Twitter do this before. Much stricter engagement with 3 Trump tweets this morning pic.twitter.com/TddOPuk3um — David Mack (@davidmackau) December 12, 2020
A few hours later the features had been reinstated on the tweets, while still bearing a warning label stating that the contents of the post were disputed.
A Twitter spokesperson confirmed to The Hill on Saturday that the actions on the tweets had been reversed.
“We inadvertently took action to limit engagements on the labeled Tweet,” the spokesperson said. “You can now engage with the Tweet, but in line with our Civic Integrity Policy it will continue to be labeled in order to give more context for anyone who might see the Tweet.”
“Throughout the year, we made product changes and policy updates to encourage more thoughtful consideration and reduce the potential for misleading information to spread on Twitter,” the spokesperson added.
Twitter began fact-checking Trump’s tweets earlier this year and has consistently added warning labels to his tweets claiming the information is “misleading.”
Trump’s battle with censorship has been ongoing and has escalated in recent months with Trump calling for an end of Section 230.
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saraacater--2020-12-14--AG William Barr is OUT,  stepping down before Christmas

AG William Barr is OUT , stepping down before Christmas President Donald Trump announced Monday afternoon that Justice Department Department Attorney General William Barr will by leaving office shortly before Christmas .
Trump , who had disagreements with Barr ’ s handling of the DOJ ’ s investigation into the FBI ’ s malfeasance in the Russia probe , as well as Barr ’ s conflicting point of view that there was no evidence of wide spread election fraud , said he had met with Barr and discussed his resignation .
“ Just had a very nice meeting with Attorney @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , ” Trump tweeted .
“ Our relationship has been a very good one , he has done an outstanding job !
As per letter , Bill will be leaving just before Christmas to spend the holidays with his family.
” The next in line will be Deputy Attorney General Jeff Rosen , who will become the acting attorney general , added Trump .
Trump also noted that Richard Donoghue “ will take over the duties of Deputy Attorney General.
” Barr said in a letter to the president , which was posted @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to have served in his administration and that he would be leaving his office on December , 23 .
Barr and Trump found themselves at opposite ends of the spectrum on the issue of election fraud .
Barr had said earlier this month that the DOJ found no evidence of widespread election fraud .
Barr became a major disappointment to those supporting Trump and failed to hold former Obama federal law enforcement , government and intelligence officials accountable for the unlawful and now debunked investigation into claims that Trump ’ s 2016 campaign @ @ @ @ @ @ @ He noted in his letter to Trump , however , that Russia hoax investigation by the FBI “ was the effort to cripple , if not oust your administration , with frenzied and baseless accusations of collusion with Russia.
” Still , Barr did little to hold those who attempted to oust Trump from office accountable .
Barr replaced another divisive Attorney General , Jeff Sessions , who early on had recused himself from the Russia investigation that led to former Special Counsel Robert Mueller ’ s investigation .
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President Donald Trump announced Monday afternoon that Justice Department Department Attorney General William Barr will by leaving office shortly before Christmas.
Trump, who had disagreements with Barr’s handling of the DOJ’s investigation into the FBI’s malfeasance in the Russia probe, as well as Barr’s conflicting point of view that there was no evidence of wide spread election fraud, said he had met with Barr and discussed his resignation.
“Just had a very nice meeting with Attorney General Bill Barr at the White House,” Trump tweeted. “Our relationship has been a very good one, he has done an outstanding job! As per letter, Bill will be leaving just before Christmas to spend the holidays with his family.”
The next in line will be Deputy Attorney General Jeff Rosen, who will become the acting attorney general, added Trump.
https://twitter.com/realDonaldTrump/status/1338614499981602819?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1338614499981602819%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.npr.org%2F2020%2F12%2F14%2F811276917%2Fwilliam-barr-to-steps-down-as-attorney-general
Trump also noted that Richard Donoghue “will take over the duties of Deputy Attorney General.”
Barr said in a letter to the president, which was posted by Fox News that he was proud to have served in his administration and that he would be leaving his office on December, 23.
Portion of Letter from Barr to Trump.
Barr and Trump found themselves at opposite ends of the spectrum on the issue of election fraud. Barr had said earlier this month that the DOJ found no evidence of widespread election fraud.
Barr became a major disappointment to those supporting Trump and failed to hold former Obama federal law enforcement, government and intelligence officials accountable for the unlawful and now debunked investigation into claims that Trump’s 2016 campaign and administration had conspired with Russia.
He noted in his letter to Trump, however, that Russia hoax investigation by the FBI “was the effort to cripple, if not oust your administration, with frenzied and baseless accusations of collusion with Russia.” Still, Barr did little to hold those who attempted to oust Trump from office accountable.
Barr replaced another divisive Attorney General, Jeff Sessions, who early on had recused himself from the Russia investigation that led to former Special Counsel Robert Mueller’s investigation.
https://twitter.com/realDonaldTrump/status/1338614514493878273
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saraacater--2020-12-14--Top GOP reps. urge FBI to provide information about reported CCP infiltration of U.S. govt.

Top GOP reps. urge FBI to provide information about reported CCP infiltration of U.S. govt .
High-ranking House Republicans on Monday sent a letter to FBI Director Christopher Wray , calling upon the bureau to provide information regarding reported infiltration of U.S. government institutions by the Chinese Communist Party ( CCP ) and its operatives .
Over the past few years , U.S. worries about China ’ s growing influence have skyrocketed , especially during the administration of President Donald Trump , who has likely been the most aggressive president in recent decades toward the authoritarian country as it tries @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Comer ( Ky. ) , Jody Hice ( Ga. ) , Glenn Grothman ( Wis. ) , Michael Cloud ( TX ) , Chip Roy ( TX ) , and Mark Green ( Tenn. ) are among the Republicans who signed the letter .
“ We write concerning the Federal Bureau of Investigation ’ s ( FBI ) matter preventing and combating the attempts of the Chinese Communist Party ( CCP ) to spy on American citizens , steal intellectual property , and suppress free speech of American CCP dissenters , ” the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ these CCP attempts have garnered significant results , including interacting with a Member of Congress on the House Intelligence and Judiciary Committees.
” The letter ’ s focus then turned to U.S. educational and governmental institutions , citing reports of CCP spies infiltrating these entities .
“ This year we have inquired into institutes of higher education failing to disclose monetary ties to the CCP , CCP disinformation campaigns regarding the origins and severity of the COVID-19 pandemic , CCP providing false information to the World Health Organization ( WHO ) , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , ” the members of Congress write .
Furthermore , Director of National Intelligence John Ratcliffe ’ s December 3 opinion piece in The Wall Street Journal titled “ China Is National Security Threat No .
1 ” is also cited by the group of House Republicans to support their claim that China is the United States ’ top external threat .
“ It is imperative we treat the CCP as what they are-adversaries , ” they write .
“ Indeed , the Director of National Intelligence recently proclaimed China as ‘ the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the greatest threat to democracy and freedom world-wide since World War II.
” Moreover , the letter ’ s attention shifted to the ongoing scandal with Rep. Eric Swalwell ( D-Calif. ) and reports that he engaged in a relationship with a Chinese spy .
“ According to media reports , the CCP intelligence operative known as Fang Fang had developed extensive relationships with elected officials at every level of government , including a Democrat U.S.
Congressman , ” the letter says .
“ U.S .
intelligence officials believe Fang Fang ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s primary civilian spy agency , the Ministry of State Security ( MSS ) , between 2011 and 2015.
” “ The operative targeted primarily Democrat politicians in the San Francisco area , but also around the country , ” it continues .
“ Fang Fang gained influence through campaigning , fundraising , and cultivating romantic relationships with elected officials and their staff .
This allowed her to learn these officials ’ habits , schedules , and preferences , potentially to share this information with the MSS.
” After which , the letter @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and the FBI to schedule a briefing with the group of House Republicans before December 21 .
“ Depending on the total number of active CCP operatives and the breadth of the MSS operation across our country , any number of elected officials could potentially be compromised without even knowing it , ” the letter states .
“ Therefore , to help us better understand the depth and breadth of CCP influence in government institutions , as well as the FBI ’ s efforts to investigate and affirmatively combat CCP efforts , please @ @ @ @ @ @ @ issue by December 21 , 2020.
” It is not yet known whether or not the FBI will comply and schedule such a briefing before the listed date .
You can follow Douglas Braff on Twitter @ Douglas_P_Braff .

High-ranking House Republicans on Monday sent a letter to FBI Director Christopher Wray, calling upon the bureau to provide information regarding reported infiltration of U.S. government institutions by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and its operatives.
Over the past few years, U.S. worries about China’s growing influence have skyrocketed, especially during the administration of President Donald Trump, who has likely been the most aggressive president in recent decades toward the authoritarian country as it tries to accumulate more power.
Reps. James Comer (Ky.), Jody Hice (Ga.), Glenn Grothman (Wis.), Michael Cloud (TX), Chip Roy (TX), and Mark Green (Tenn.) are among the Republicans who signed the letter.
“We write concerning the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s (FBI) matter preventing and combating the attempts of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) to spy on American citizens, steal intellectual property, and suppress free speech of American CCP dissenters,” the letter reads. “Recent reporting suggests these CCP attempts have garnered significant results, including interacting with a Member of Congress on the House Intelligence and Judiciary Committees.”
The letter’s focus then turned to U.S. educational and governmental institutions, citing reports of CCP spies infiltrating these entities.
“This year we have inquired into institutes of higher education failing to disclose monetary ties to the CCP, CCP disinformation campaigns regarding the origins and severity of the COVID-19 pandemic, CCP providing false information to the World Health Organization (WHO), and CCP theft of American COVID-19 vaccine research,” the members of Congress write.
Furthermore, Director of National Intelligence John Ratcliffe’s December 3 opinion piece in The Wall Street Journal titled “China Is National Security Threat No. 1” is also cited by the group of House Republicans to support their claim that China is the United States’ top external threat.
RELATED: DNI Ratcliffe labels China ‘greatest threat’ to freedom since World War II
“It is imperative we treat the CCP as what they are-adversaries,” they write. “Indeed, the Director of National Intelligence recently proclaimed China as ‘the greatest threat to America today’ and the greatest threat to democracy and freedom world-wide since World War II.”
Moreover, the letter’s attention shifted to the ongoing scandal with Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) and reports that he engaged in a relationship with a Chinese spy.
RELATED: Report: Suspected Chinese Spy Developed Relationships with U.S. politicians, including California Rep. Swalwell
“According to media reports, the CCP intelligence operative known as Fang Fang had developed extensive relationships with elected officials at every level of government, including a Democrat U.S. Congressman,” the letter says. “U.S. intelligence officials believe Fang Fang’s operation was orchestrated by the CCP’s primary civilian spy agency, the Ministry of State Security (MSS), between 2011 and 2015.”
“The operative targeted primarily Democrat politicians in the San Francisco area, but also around the country,” it continues. “Fang Fang gained influence through campaigning, fundraising, and cultivating romantic relationships with elected officials and their staff. This allowed her to learn these officials’ habits, schedules, and preferences, potentially to share this information with the MSS.”
After which, the letter arrives at its purpose and asks Wray and the FBI to schedule a briefing with the group of House Republicans before December 21.
“Depending on the total number of active CCP operatives and the breadth of the MSS operation across our country, any number of elected officials could potentially be compromised without even knowing it,” the letter states. “Therefore, to help us better understand the depth and breadth of CCP influence in government institutions, as well as the FBI’s efforts to investigate and affirmatively combat CCP efforts, please schedule a staff level briefing on this issue by December 21, 2020.”
It is not yet known whether or not the FBI will comply and schedule such a briefing before the listed date.
You can follow Douglas Braff on Twitter @Douglas_P_Braff.


saraacater--2020-12-14--Surgeon General addresses misconceptions, urges inoculations as COVID-19 vaccine distribution begins

U.S .
Surgeon General Jerome Adams and Health and Human Services ( HHS ) Secretary Alex Azar observed the vaccination of five hospital workers Monday at a “ kick-off ” event , on the same day that the historic coronavirus vaccine developed by Pfizer is beginning to be delivered to sites all across the United States and as certain high-priority individuals receive the first doses .
Adams notably addressed the hesitancy of many people of color to get the vaccine and how to encourage vaccination within many minority communities .
This long-awaited day also comes as the United States ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ according to Johns Hopkins University .
“ Today is truly an historic day , ” Adams said at the afternoon press conference held at George Washington University ’ s hospital .
“ Vaccinations have been a tried and true public health measure for hundreds of years .
But the development of a COVID-19 vaccine is nothing short of revolutionary , and I hope everybody appreciates the importance , the significance , the history of this moment.
” The surgeon general also thanked researchers across the country and the globe for their “ Herculean @ @ @ @ @ @ @ light of the end of this long and dark tunnel.
” “ But , [ … ] having a vaccine is only the first step .
We must now move from vaccines to vaccinations .
And it would be a great tragedy if disparity is actually worsened because the people who could most benefit from this vaccine won ’ t take it.
” “ I ’ ve often said , ‘ Vaccines are one of our greatest social injustices in this country.
’ So ensuring that all Americans have an equitable opportunity to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and equitable uptake will be critical if we want to save lives , ensure the protection of all Americans against COVID-19 , and end this pandemic.
” Adams then went on to speak about distrust within communities of color being a cause for reluctance to receive the vaccine , saying that such “ lack of trust is not without good reason.
” He then cited the Tuskegee Syphilis Experiment that occurred for decades as one of those reasons for distrust , adding that the studies “ occurred within many of our own lifetimes.
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ 600 Black men to live with syphilis for 40 years between 1932 and 1972 , even though they were being told they were receiving health care from the government .
“ To truly combat vaccine hesitancy and encourage diverse enrollment in clinical trials , ” Adams continued , “ we must first acknowledge this real history of mistreatment and exploitation of minorities by the medical community and the government.
” You can follow Douglas Braff on Twitter @ Douglas_P_Braff .

U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams and Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Alex Azar observed the vaccination of five hospital workers Monday at a “kick-off” event, on the same day that the historic coronavirus vaccine developed by Pfizer is beginning to be delivered to sites all across the United States and as certain high-priority individuals receive the first doses.
Adams notably addressed the hesitancy of many people of color to get the vaccine and how to encourage vaccination within many minority communities.
This long-awaited day also comes as the United States’ total COVID-19 death toll surpasses 300,000, according to Johns Hopkins University.
We must now move from vaccines to vaccinations. And it would be a great tragedy if disparity is actually worsened because the people who could most benefit from this vaccine won’t take it. Surgeon general Jerome Adams
“Today is truly an historic day,” Adams said at the afternoon press conference held at George Washington University’s hospital. “Vaccinations have been a tried and true public health measure for hundreds of years. But the development of a COVID-19 vaccine is nothing short of revolutionary, and I hope everybody appreciates the importance, the significance, the history of this moment.”
The surgeon general also thanked researchers across the country and the globe for their “Herculean efforts to bring us to where the light of the end of this long and dark tunnel.”
“But, […] having a vaccine is only the first step. We must now move from vaccines to vaccinations. And it would be a great tragedy if disparity is actually worsened because the people who could most benefit from this vaccine won’t take it.”
“I’ve often said, ‘Vaccines are one of our greatest social injustices in this country.’ So ensuring that all Americans have an equitable opportunity to receive the vaccine and promoting vaccine confidence and equitable uptake will be critical if we want to save lives, ensure the protection of all Americans against COVID-19, and end this pandemic.”
Adams then went on to speak about distrust within communities of color being a cause for reluctance to receive the vaccine, saying that such “lack of trust is not without good reason.”
He then cited the Tuskegee Syphilis Experiment that occurred for decades as one of those reasons for distrust, adding that the studies “occurred within many of our own lifetimes.” The Tuskegee Syphilis Experiment allowed over 600 Black men to live with syphilis for 40 years between 1932 and 1972, even though they were being told they were receiving health care from the government.
“To truly combat vaccine hesitancy and encourage diverse enrollment in clinical trials,” Adams continued, “we must first acknowledge this real history of mistreatment and exploitation of minorities by the medical community and the government.”
You can follow Douglas Braff on Twitter @Douglas_P_Braff.


saraacater--2020-12-14--Michigan Electoral Vote features ‘Black National Anthem’

The Michigan electoral college vote Monday included the recitation of the “ Black National Anthem.
” According to the National @ @ @ @ @ Colored People ( NAACP ) , the anthem , which is also known as Lift @ @ @ @ @ was first written by NAACP leader James Weldon Johnson as a poem .
His brother @ @ @ @ @ later set it to music .


saraacater--2020-12-14--UFO sightings up 283% in NYC from 2018

UFO sightings up 283% in NYC from 2018

UFO sightings up 283 % in NYC from 2018 2020 has already been quite an alien year .
The number of UFO sightings this year , however , make it otherworldly !
UFO sightings across New York City rose by 31 % from last year and an eye-popping 283 % from 2018 , according to the National UFO Reporting Center , The New York Post reported Saturday .
This year , there were 46 close encounters compared to 2019 ’ s 35 , miles ahead of the few dozen reported in 2018 .
With 12 sightings , Brooklynites witnessed the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Queens are on its tail with 11 and 10 sightings respectively .
Staten Island , however , only reported eight .
The Bronx disappointed , too , with only five reported from the borough .
It was during the summer when two of the more unforgettable encounters in the Big Apple occurred , The Post reports .
A Staten Islander spotted and stared at an “ oval ” aircraft that “ looked and sounded like a helicopter in the early hours of July 21 , ” The Post writes .
After which @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a surge of heat/radiation through my body !
” The Staten Islander “ honestly thought it was the government putting something into the air with everything going on during these times and I thought I would wake up and find it all over the news or on Instagram , ” according to The Post .
Extraordinarily , one Bronxite witnessed 30 objects “ flying in a perfect line , in perfect synchronicity ” that “ looked like a bunch of moving stars ” late on June 8 , per The Post .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ take any drugs whatsoever , ” the eyewitness emphasized .
“ I ’ m not a UFO conspiracy theorist.
” The fact that the Pentagon confirming the existence of UFOs is not one of the most memorable news stories from this year goes to show how wild 2020 ’ s news stories have been .
On top of that , President Donald Trump in October said himself that he would check on reports of UFOs .
RELATED : Trump says he will check on reports of UFOs , ‘ I ’ ve heard @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ You can follow Douglas Braff on Twitter @ Douglas_P_Braff .

2020 has already been quite an alien year. The number of UFO sightings this year, however, make it otherworldly!
UFO sightings across New York City rose by 31% from last year and an eye-popping 283% from 2018, according to the National UFO Reporting Center, The New York Post reported Saturday.
This year, there were 46 close encounters compared to 2019’s 35, miles ahead of the few dozen reported in 2018.
With 12 sightings, Brooklynites witnessed the most flying objects in 2020. Manhattan and Queens are on its tail with 11 and 10 sightings respectively. Staten Island, however, only reported eight. The Bronx disappointed, too, with only five reported from the borough.
It was during the summer when two of the more unforgettable encounters in the Big Apple occurred, The Post reports.
A Staten Islander spotted and stared at an “oval” aircraft that “looked and sounded like a helicopter in the early hours of July 21,” The Post writes. After which, the mysterious flying object “sent a surge of heat/radiation through my body!”
The Staten Islander “honestly thought it was the government putting something into the air with everything going on during these times and I thought I would wake up and find it all over the news or on Instagram,” according to The Post.
Extraordinarily, one Bronxite witnessed 30 objects “flying in a perfect line, in perfect synchronicity” that “looked like a bunch of moving stars” late on June 8, per The Post.
“I don’t drink, or take any drugs whatsoever,” the eyewitness emphasized. “I’m not a UFO conspiracy theorist.”
The fact that the Pentagon confirming the existence of UFOs is not one of the most memorable news stories from this year goes to show how wild 2020’s news stories have been. On top of that, President Donald Trump in October said himself that he would check on reports of UFOs.
RELATED: Trump says he will check on reports of UFOs, ‘I’ve heard that…so I’ll check on that.’
You can follow Douglas Braff on Twitter @Douglas_P_Braff.


saraacater--2020-12-14--Report: Newly discovered Hunter Biden email details $400K in unreported income from Burisma

Hunter Biden did not report “ approximately $ 400,000 ” in income he received from his role on the board of a Ukrainian energy firm , according to an attorney for his firm who remarked that his tax returns needed to be amended , an email obtained by Fox News shows .
Last week , President-elect Joe Biden ‘ s son confirmed that he was under federal investigation for his “ tax affairs.
” The email from January 16 , 2017 , which was first reported by NBC News on Friday , detailed Hunter Biden ’ s income for the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The unreported $ 400,000 comes from 2014 , the year he joined the Ukrainian firm Burisma Holdings , according to reports .
RELATED : Biden says ‘ I ’ m proud of my son ’ to reporter who asked if Hunter committed a crime The email was supposedly sent to Hunter Biden from Eric Scherwin , who at the time served as president of Rosemont Seneca , an investment and advisory firm which Biden helped found .
Fox News writes on Monday that it could not verify its authenticity .
“ In @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and we still need to amend your 2014 returns to reflect the unreported Burisma income , ” Scherwin wrote to Hunter Biden .
“ That is approximately $ 400,000 extra so your income in 2014 was closer to $ 1,247,328.
” The email stated that in 2013 Hunter Biden ’ s taxes reported “ $ 833,614 in income , ” in 2014 “ your taxes reported $ 847,328 in income .
( To be amended at $ 1,247,328 ) , ” and in 2015 reported $ 2,478,208 in income.
” Scherwin characterized Hunter @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2014 as “ normal years ” when his income “ was based pretty much solely on income from Rosemont Seneca and Boies.
” Furthermore , Scherwin then explained that Hunter Biden ’ s “ increased income in 2015 , ” noting that he collected “ $ 166,666 from Burnham ( for RSA ) , $ 216,000 from Boies , $ 365,403 from Owasco ( for RSA ) , $ 300,000 one time payment from Eudora ( for the 1/3 of CitizensRx ) .
” “ The above represents all the cash you received @ @ @ @ @ @ @ In addition , you reported $ 1,000,000 of income that all went to RSB and you reported $ 188,616 in income that also went to RSB.
” “ You didn ’ t receive this in cash and it is in reality ‘ phantom income , ’ ” he added .
Want more information about this story ?
Read the full original Fox News report here .
You can follow Douglas Braff on Twitter @ Douglas_P_Braff .

Hunter Biden did not report “approximately $400,000” in income he received from his role on the board of a Ukrainian energy firm, according to an attorney for his firm who remarked that his tax returns needed to be amended, an email obtained by Fox News shows.
Last week, President-elect Joe Biden‘s son confirmed that he was under federal investigation for his “tax affairs.”
The email from January 16, 2017, which was first reported by NBC News on Friday, detailed Hunter Biden’s income for the years 2013 through 2015 for tax purposes. The unreported $400,000 comes from 2014, the year he joined the Ukrainian firm Burisma Holdings, according to reports.
RELATED: Biden says ‘I’m proud of my son’ to reporter who asked if Hunter committed a crime
The email was supposedly sent to Hunter Biden from Eric Scherwin, who at the time served as president of Rosemont Seneca, an investment and advisory firm which Biden helped found. Fox News writes on Monday that it could not verify its authenticity.
“In 2014, you joined the Burisma board and we still need to amend your 2014 returns to reflect the unreported Burisma income,” Scherwin wrote to Hunter Biden. “That is approximately $400,000 extra so your income in 2014 was closer to $1,247,328.”
The email stated that in 2013 Hunter Biden’s taxes reported “$833,614 in income,” in 2014 “your taxes reported $847,328 in income. (To be amended at $1,247,328),” and in 2015 reported $2,478,208 in income.”
Scherwin characterized Hunter Biden’s income in 2013 and 2014 as “normal years” when his income “was based pretty much solely on income from Rosemont Seneca and Boies.”
Furthermore, Scherwin then explained that Hunter Biden’s “increased income in 2015,” noting that he collected “$166,666 from Burnham (for RSA), $216,000 from Boies, $365,403 from Owasco (for RSA), $300,000 one time payment from Eudora (for the 1/3 of CitizensRx).”
“The above represents all the cash you received directly,” Scherwin wrote. “In addition, you reported $1,000,000 of income that all went to RSB and you reported $188,616 in income that also went to RSB.”
“You didn’t receive this in cash and it is in reality ‘phantom income,’” he added.
Want more information about this story? Read the full original Fox News report here.
You can follow Douglas Braff on Twitter @Douglas_P_Braff.