JPMorgan Chase’s CEO, Jaime Dimon, has slammed democrats, calling them “idiots” who prioritize polices that almost always fail. Dimon focused on the Biden administration, saying the lack of business expertise and economic policies, voicing broader corporate concerns about antitrust actions and tax hikes which inhibit economic growth. Dimon blasted the left-wing political party during an event by the Irish Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade on July 10th. Dimon, once a vocal supporter of Democratic initiatives, has grown increasingly critical of what he sees as the party’s major failures and policy absurdities. “I have a lot of friends who are…
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KYIV, Ukraine — Ukrainians welcomed President Donald Trump’s pledge of more U.S.-made weapons in their fight against Russia’s invasion, even though it is unclear what exactly they will get and how quickly.The time frame for further arms deliveries that European countries have agreed to pay for is crucial.Russia is making a summer push to break through along the 1,000-kilometer (620-mile) front line, and its drones and missiles are hammering Ukrainian cities more than at any time in the past three years.Ukrainian officials have made no direct comment about Trump’s decision to allow Russia 50 days to reach a deal to…
Germany’s Defense Minister has said that it would like to continue to arm Ukraine “quickly and quietly.” But how quietly could it possibly be when the mainstream media is picking up on it and the ruling class keeps talking about it? Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has vowed to finalize a deal to supply Ukraine with additional American-made Patriot missile defense systems “quickly and quietly,” following talks with United States Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth in Washington. This news comes not long after the U.S. made plans to continue to arm Ukraine in the never-ending war with Russia, according to a report…
Shipbuilder Austal USA delivered the final Independence-class littoral combat ship to the U.S. Navy on Friday, marking the end of a construction phase that’s lasted 15 years. The Alabama-based Austal has built a total of 19 Independence-class littoral combat ships for the service. The first, the Independence, was commissioned in 2010. The final ship will be christened as the Pierre, named after the capital of South Dakota. “The delivery of the future USS Pierre will be one of our most memorable milestone achievements as it marks the conclusion of Austal USA’s Independence-variant Littoral Combat Ship program,” said Austal USA President…
What is pemmican and why should you make it? Pemmican is a high-energy, long-lasting survival food from dried meat, fat, and berries. This guide will show you how to make pemmican, explain its history, and give tips for the best results. Ever since our very own Claude Davis first made pemmican and shared it with the Ask A Prepper community, 10 years ago, this dish was loved by our readers. And it is very easy to understand why. It is hard to find a better survival food that is so easy to make and nutritious. Every single prepper out there…
FAIRBANKS, Alaska — During the last few weeks of June, dozens of aircraft gathered on the flight line at Eielson Air Force Base in Alaska as part of Red Flag — a premier, multinational exercise the base hosts each year. The event offers a venue for the U.S. and its allies to demonstrate advanced, tactical air combat and prepare military units for wartime operations. About 20 miles to the northwest of Eielson on a sparse, dirt range just outside the Army’s Fort Wainright, a very different kind of testing and training demonstration overlapped with the latter half of Red Flag.…
A KC-46A Pegasus refueling tanker was forced to conduct an emergency landing July 8 after its refueling boom was shredded in a mishap off the East Coast.The unofficial Facebook page Air Force amn/nco/snco posted photos of the KC-46 Friday, which showed extensive damage to the plane’s refueling boom. The War Zone first reported the damage to the KC-46.The photos show most of the boom is ripped off, with its remaining metal ripped and twisted and a chain hanging down. The underside of the plane’s tail was also dented and scraped, which may have occurred from the damaged boom.John Van Winkle,…
After the dust settles in a post-crisis world, the traditional concept of money and traditional currency will be thrown out the window. When financial systems break down and resources become scarce, bartering will become the new way to peacefully acquire the items you need. While most preppers stock up on the obvious barter items like canned food, ammunition, and fuel, true preparedness means thinking outside the box. When supply chains end, there are lots of little weird items that will have big bartering value. Lice Combs As ugly as it might sound, lice are going to be a serious concern…
After months of positive news about military recruiting efforts, lawmakers are poised to back White House plans to boost the Defense Department’s end strength by about 26,000 troops next year. Both plans call for a significant boost in troop numbers in fiscal 2026, with most additions in the Army and Navy ranks. Earlier this year, White House officials in their budget plans for next year outlined a goal of 454,000 active-duty soldiers in fiscal 2026, an increase of 11,700 troops over this year. Similarly, the Navy would grow to 334,600 sailors, up 12,300 active-duty personnel from this year. The plan…
Smith & Wesson has just announced two new Lipsey’s Exclusive Mountain Gun models, the Model 610 and the Model 617.Whether you need to stop a grizzly bear or do some plinking by the campfire, Smith & Wesson’s two Mountain Gun models have you covered. Both Lipsey’s Exclusives, the new double-action/single-action revolvers are the Model 610 in 10mm Auto and the Model 617 in .22 LR.The Model 610 is an N-frame and features a 6-shot capacity of 10mm Auto, a lightweight tapered-profile 4.25-inch barrel, a patridge-style front sight with gold bead insert and black adjustable rear sights. It has a weight…