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zab

04/21/26 4:49 PM

#579245 RE: hap0206 #579240

Meanwhile the world economy is dealing with high prices for oil, and jet fuel is in short supply,  and trump has failed again,  thats why you like him,  he pretends to do something.
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blackhawks

04/21/26 4:55 PM

#579248 RE: hap0206 #579240

Nothing is over until it is over. Some people use choke chains on their young dogs, you give your mutt of a president a leash a block long with his contradictory statements about war and peace. He makes no fucking sense.

My claims about the difficulty and the time to build nuke warhead carrying missiles without 'interference' from the U.S or Israel go unrebutted by you. Gotta be a nervous drive to work and a likely, pun intended, short half-life for the Iranians working that project.

Iran’s own stated position

Iran argues:

It has a right to enrich uranium under the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT).
60% enrichment is not explicitly banned.
Its program is peaceful and declared.

They sometimes cite:

Advanced research
Medical isotope production (though experts say far lower enrichment suffices)
Bottom line on the “why”

Technical necessity? Weak case.
Strategic leverage / deterrence? Strong consensus.
Step toward weapons capability? Widely suspected, but not definitive proof of a bomb program.


2) Does that justify military attacks?

This is where things get much murkier.

Legal perspective (international law)

Under the UN Charter:

Force is allowed for:
Self-defense against an armed attack, or
With UN Security Council authorization

Preemptive strikes based on potential future capability (like enrichment levels) are:

Highly controversial
Often considered legally questionable unless the threat is imminent

👉 Enriching to 60% by itself is not an attack.


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arizona1

04/21/26 5:17 PM

#579252 RE: hap0206 #579240

it's over for Iran -- Trump wins

BREAKING: Trump Folds and Extends Ceasefire Indefinitely, Two Americans Dead in Possible Botched CIA Operation, Republicans Seek to Carve Trump into Mount Rushmore

A wave of major developments is unfolding. Donald Trump has backed down again in Iran talks, agreeing to extend the ceasefire indefinitely after Iran said it would not attend a second round of negotiations. At the same time, a suspected CIA operation in Mexico appears to have gone wrong, with two operatives killed in a crash and Mexico opening an investigation into whether U.S. actions violated its national security laws.

Meanwhile, Republicans on Capitol Hill are advancing proposals to “honor” Trump, including carving his likeness into Mount Rushmore and directing the NIH to study so-called “Trump Derangement Syndrome.” My next update will come after Virginia’s results are in tonight, so stay tuned.

Here’s the news:

Donald Trump has extended the ceasefire with Iran indefinitely:

This morning, Trump said he did not want to extend the ceasefire:

Vice President JD Vance’s planned trip to Islamabad has been put on hold after Iran failed to respond to U.S. negotiating terms. U.S. officials indicated the visit could proceed if Tehran signals willingness to agree to a deal.

Iran’s state media outlet Tasnim says Tehran has informed the U.S., via a Pakistani intermediary, that its negotiating team will not attend planned talks in Islamabad and currently sees no prospect of participating. The decision reflects ongoing tensions and uncertainty around the next round of negotiations.

The U.S. ambassador to Israel has been urgently recalled to Washington, D.C., for consultations at the White House, signaling heightened diplomatic attention to the situation.

Here’s a concise bullet-point summary of the proposed House GOP measures pending to “honor” Donald Trump:

Carve Trump’s likeness into Mount Rushmore

Rename Palm Beach airport after Trump

Rename Washington Dulles International Airport after Trump

Require the State Department to award a “Trump Peace Prize”

Declare Trump’s birthday a federal holiday

Award Trump a Congressional Gold Medal

Create a $250 bill featuring Trump’s image

Pass resolutions urging Trump be awarded the Nobel Prize

Direct the NIH to study “Trump Derangement Syndrome”

During a Senate exchange, Elizabeth Warren pressed Trump’s Federal Reserve Chair nominee Kevin Warsh on whether Donald Trump lost the 2020 election. Warsh avoided a direct answer, saying he would steer clear of politics if confirmed and noting that the election was certified, while Warren reiterated that she was asking a factual question.

During a tense exchange, Elizabeth Warren pressed Kevin Warsh on whether he holds investments linked to Jeffrey Epstein. Warsh did not directly answer, instead saying any such assets would be sold if he is confirmed.

As a reminder, Warsh was in the Epstein files:

Thom Tillis says he remains opposed to confirming Kevin Warsh as Federal Reserve Board chair, indicating he won’t support the nomination unless the administration drops its criminal probe into Jerome Powell.

Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araqchi, said the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports amounts to an “act of war” and violates the current ceasefire. He warned that Iran is capable of countering such restrictions and will defend its interests against external pressure. The statement underscores rising tensions and Iran’s view that recent U.S. actions are escalating the conflict rather than preserving the truce.

The Israeli military and Hezbollah exchanged fire in southern Lebanon despite an existing ceasefire. The IDF said Hezbollah fired rockets at its soldiers, prompting a retaliatory strike on the launch site, and earlier targeted individuals it identified as militants crossing a defensive line. Israel maintains its ongoing strikes are aimed at eliminating threats to its civilians and troops. The incident highlights continued tensions and violations of the ceasefire agreement.

Chris Wright expressed strong confidence in coal’s long-term dominance, stating: “I’m pretty confident coal will lead the world in global electricity production when I die.”

Kash Patel filed a defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic seeking at least $250 million, accusing it of publishing false claims with “actual malice.” However, the complaint itself contains several spelling and formatting errors, which have drawn attention given its focus on journalistic accuracy. The errors do not affect the substance of the case, which centers on allegations about Patel’s conduct that he says were denied before publication. The lawsuit is in its early stages, with no response yet from the defendants.

Democracy Forward has filed Freedom of Information Act requests seeking records related to Kash Patel, including his calendars and communications from his security detail. The request specifically asks for messages containing terms like “drinking,” “hungover,” or “inebriated.”

Mexico is investigating a possible constitutional violation after reports that two deceased U.S. officials involved in a drug raid in Chihuahua were CIA operatives. The officials died in a car crash while returning from the operation, which Mexican authorities say may not have been properly authorized at the federal level. Claudia Sheinbaum said her government was unaware of the raid and is reviewing whether it breached national security laws. The incident adds tension to U.S.-Mexico relations and raises questions about the extent of U.S. intelligence involvement in anti-drug efforts.

Southern Poverty Law Center says it is the subject of a criminal investigation by the Trump administration. The nonprofit indicates the probe is focused on its past use of paid confidential informants to gather intelligence on violent extremist groups. SPLC has framed the matter as tied to its long-running monitoring of such organizations. Further details about the scope or status of the investigation have not been publicly confirmed.

Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned from Congress just before a House Ethics Committee hearing that could have led to her expulsion over allegations she misused federal funds. The committee had already found her guilty of multiple ethics violations tied to claims she diverted FEMA money for personal use and her campaign, though she denies wrongdoing and says the process violated her rights. Her resignation avoids a difficult expulsion vote for fellow Democrats amid political pressure. She still faces a federal criminal trial, scheduled for February 2027, where she could face significant prison time if convicted.

Rep. Nancy Mace introduced a resolution to expel fellow Republican Cory Mills over allegations including sexual misconduct, dating violence, and campaign finance violations, which he denies. The move escalates prior efforts to censure him, though House leadership signaled reluctance, emphasizing that the Ethics Committee process should play out. Mills has pushed back publicly, arguing that accusations alone should not justify expulsion and framing the effort as politically motivated. The case comes amid broader scrutiny of multiple lawmakers facing ethics investigations or resignation pressure in Congress.

Pete Hegseth announced that the U.S. military will no longer require troops to receive the flu vaccine, citing “medical autonomy” and religious freedom. Service members can still choose to get vaccinated, and individual military branches may request to keep the requirement in certain cases. The change follows broader debates over vaccine mandates that intensified during the COVID-19 pandemic. Public health experts continue to recommend annual flu shots, especially after a severe recent flu season.

JB Pritzker issued an executive order banning Illinois state employees from using insider information to bet on prediction market apps like Kalshi and Polymarket. The move aims to curb potential insider trading and misuse of confidential information in a fast-growing but lightly regulated space. The order also prohibits employees from sharing nonpublic information to help others place bets. It takes effect immediately and builds on existing state ethics laws.

The Israel Defense Forces jailed two soldiers for 30 days after one smashed a statue of Jesus in a southern Lebanon village while another filmed the act. The military said the behavior violated its rules and removed both soldiers from combat duty following an investigation. The incident sparked international outrage, particularly among Christian communities, and prompted apologies from Israeli officials including Benjamin Netanyahu. Additional troops present at the scene are also under review for failing to intervene.

Alabama and West Virginia reached settlements with Roblox over child safety concerns, totaling more than $23 million. The agreements require Roblox to strengthen protections, including age verification, expanded parental controls, and tighter chat restrictions for minors. Funds will support school safety programs and online safety education initiatives in both states. The settlements follow broader scrutiny and lawsuits alleging the platform failed to adequately protect children from harmful content and predators.
https://aaronparnas.substack.com/p/breaking-trump-folds-and-extends
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arizona1

04/21/26 5:36 PM

#579257 RE: hap0206 #579240

A miracle unfolds: Pope Leo is taking Trump down without even saying his name

A new poll shows Trump at his lowest approval, with his attack on the pontiff having sent him tumbling further.

Donald Trump’s latest and most direct attacks on the pope have only elevated Pope Leo to celestial heights while sending Trump’s numbers to the bowels of hell.

A new Reuters poll has Trump at his lowest approval in that poll, at 36%, following his lambasting the pope (while an American Research poll—a conservative outlet—has him at an all-time low of 32%). The six-day poll of over 4000 Americans shows that across party lines Americans are concerned about Trump’s “job performance, temper, and mental sharpness” with the Iran war and the attacks on Pope Leo playing into their decisions. Trump’s “attacks on Pope Leo have drawn attention in part because Americans have a generally higher opinion of the pontiff than they do of the president.”

In the poll, 60% of Americans—obviously across religious denominations—have a favorable view of the pope. Among American Catholics in particular, in recent polls, Leo has an 84% approval rating. Trump always saw himself as untouchable, but he’s clearly unnerved coming up against someone who is truly untouchable, exposing to Trump his own weakness.
https://www.signorile.com/p/a-miracle-unfolds-pope-leo-is-taking
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sortagreen

04/21/26 7:54 PM

#579292 RE: hap0206 #579240

it's over for Iran --

Translation... They're done talking to this asshole.

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Trump wins

Translation.... trump attempts to suck own dick... Fails miserably.

Go home, you stupid old cunt. You're senile.
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SoxFan

04/21/26 8:47 PM

#579306 RE: hap0206 #579240

You are clueless about what is going to happen if this continues. what's going to happen to Treasury yields and what is happening now in the bond market? Right now China is reducing its yield and they can because more international money is flowing into China. Right now the spread between Brent crude on future purchases and what countries are willing to pay is about $35 the most in history by far. Shri Lanka just paid $287 per barrel and Japan paid $210 but in your world that's great. Trump is going to meet in China with Xi and they are stopping certain minerals from the US that we need to make computers. Now I know you could care less about food but 35% of Urea which is made from natural gas and is a fertilizer will affect many countries (read poor) further cause food insecurity and smaller crops (but you like that cruelty). Now helium (35%) of worlds supply comes through that straight and will affect many industries from healthcare (MRI's) to computer boards and chips to plastics. It's not just about oil