The Department of Veterans Affairs would begin work on a pair of major new veterans services facilities on opposite ends of the country and ramp up efforts to fire poorly performing employees under a series of sweeping reforms directed by President Donald Trump late Friday. The executive order, signed by Trump in an Oval Office ceremony, would also mandate reduced wait times for veterans health care appointments through expanded hours at VA facilities and relaxed rules for community care appointments. The actions drew immediate praise from conservative groups and VA leadership, but White House officials did not provide specifics on…
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Two Senate Republicans are calling for immediate corrective action at the Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), accusing agency officials of substantial misconduct, mismanagement, abuse of power and potential criminal misconduct after supervisory staff allegedly disregarded federal directives and standards in order to inflate their salaries. What’s more, instead of being disciplined, the supervisory agents who allegedly turned a blind eye to the misconduct – and in some cases allegedly retaliated against whistleblowers trying to expose it – were promoted under the Biden administration, the senators say.”As a result of ATF’s illegal conduct, ATF staff assigned to these positions…
This article was originally published by Michael Snyder at The End of the American Dream. Are we about to see Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy sitting across from each other at a negotiating table in Turkey? It looks like that could actually happen this week. If both leaders really do show up, there will be peace negotiations in Turkey starting on Thursday. But will these negotiations lead to peace, or will they lead to World War 3? Western leaders were threatening to hit Russia with a new round of very harsh sanctions if the Russians did…
The three B’s: beans, bullets, and bandages. This has been the motto of preppers for a long time. There is nothing wrong with it as it covers the necessities for food, security, and first aid.These items are needed for short and long-term survival, but for something more serious, say a total collapse of the system, you must look beyond the three B’s. There’s one aspect of preparedness that often gets overlooked: At some point, you’re going to have to fix and rebuild things, which means you’ll need tools.The purpose of this article is to take a look at some of…
In a long-term emergency, comfort food can be a powerful morale booster. Baking something sweet in a Dutch oven over an open fire could mean more to your family than another serving of rice and beans. However, without baking soda, many baked goods won’t turn out right, unless you know what to use instead. Fortunately, you can easily find a good baking soda substitute in baking, or at least in most recipes. Stockpiling substitutes and learning how to use them gives you one more edge in a world where every advantage counts. It’s not just about flavor, it’s about resilience,…
FEMA is one of those government organizations that suffers from being both simultaneously overwhelming and underwhelming. We complain at the lack of response from FEMA following a serious regional disaster, but we also complain about their massive power, FEMA camps, and so on. The truth is, thanks to Executive Orders and the COVID era Title 32 Change, FEMA truly is capable of existing in both realms. They can show up in tornado alley and appear pretty ineffective but also wield the power to lockdown citizens and use a limitless national guard. This article: FEMA Is Here: The Only Rights You…
In times of peace, it’s easy to think of your neighbors as friendly faces. However, when disaster strikes, the true nature of people will quickly emerge. And it won’t be nice at all unless you are prepared. Being prepared means not only having a stockpile of essentials but also being aware of the potential threats around you and your family. This includes your neighbors. Some people might see your preparedness as an opportunity for themselves, or worse, turn you into the authorities or gossip about your preps causing more risks for you when a SHTF scenario comes. Let’s look at…
North Carolina’s House approved the Firearm Liberty Act, which would establish a lifetime concealed-carry permit for residents, though it would only be valid within the state. The bill also includes measures to bolster property rights, voluntary safe storage of firearms, and school safety through biometric safes containing non-lethal defensive tools. LISTEN TO THIS ARTICLE RALEIGH, NC (3-minute read) — North Carolina lawmakers have taken a significant step toward expanding gun rights by passing House Bill 674, known as the Firearm Liberty Act. The bill, which cleared the House in a 70-42 vote, introduces a lifetime concealed-carry permit for residents, replacing…
Tuesday, May 13 Senate Armed Services — 9:30 a.m. — G-50 Dirksen Nominations The committee will consider several nominations, including Richard Anderson to be Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Manpower and Reserve Affairs. Senate Foreign Relations — 10 a.m. — 419 Dirksen East Africa Outside experts will testify on the security situation in east Africa. Senate Armed Services — 4:45 p.m. — 232-A Russell Missile Defense Activities Gen. Gregory Guillot, head of U.S. Northern Command, and Lt. Gen. Heath Collins, director of the Missile Defense Agency, will testify on military missile defense programs. Wednesday, May 14 House Homeland…
Authorities in Nashville are investigating a deadly shooting that occurred early Saturday morning, where a man was killed outside an apartment after allegedly reaching for what turned out to be a BB pistol. The shooter, a 60-year-old resident, claims it was an act of self-defense and has not been charged as the case awaits review by the District Attorney’s Office. LISTEN TO THIS ARTICLE NASHVILLE, TN (3-minute read) — A fatal shooting in the early hours of Saturday, May 10, is under investigation by the Metro Nashville Police Department, as they evaluate a self-defense claim by a 60-year-old man. The…