Left-leaning Politico can’t make payroll

[headshuck]

Initially it didn’t dawn on them that their USaid taxpayer funding was being canceled.

 

[Bigbrog]

Do "news" organizations normally get federal funding?

[red viking]

Nowadays it is very difficult to make money if you don't exaggerate and lie. Gotta instill fear in people. 

[ionel]

RV ^^^ paying massive income tax bill this year.  Thank you on behalf of the federal government.  

[jross]

I'll join the very large group of people willing to pay $10 per egg to eat popcorn and enjoy "win" after "win" after "win."  

DOGE is out there delivering a three piece and soda.

Super Necessary.

[Paul158]

The incredible meltdown of the media and the Washington elite is something to behold. They remind me of the parent taking a spoiled child to Walmart. They go down the aisle with toys. The little brat (who always gets what he wants) sees a toy he wants (now) and the mom says no. The little brat throws himself on the floor kicking and screaming in order to get his way. That is what we are seeing now.

[headshuck]

AG Pam Bondi is wasting no time…

[mspart]

What is she up to?

mspart

[headshuck]

Issued a freeze on funding for sanctuary cities.

Ordered prosecution of all jurisdictions impeding immigration enforcement.

Ordered a full investigation into violations of civil rights.

[Paul158]

6 minutes ago, headshuck said:

Issued a freeze on funding for sanctuary cities.

Ordered prosecution of all jurisdictions impeding immigration enforcement.

Ordered a full investigation into violations of civil rights.

If the administration keeps this up all those liberals promising they would leave the United States if Trump was elected just might leave. Wouldn't that be a win.

[mspart]

I just read that she also set up a task force to investigate weaponization of the DOJ, and  to reinstate the death penalty. 

I have no issue with these.   I have no issue with DOJ withholding funds from sanctuary entities.  I also don't have an issue with prosecuting those who are obstructing the legal and lawful fulfillment of ICE and DOJ duties.  

Federal law is the law of the land.   State law comes next, county next, and city last.  

I'm guessing the drug relaxation laws that have been implemented are next or will be changed at the federal level.   Half the city of Seattle and Portland will disappear if they start cracking down on heroin and fentanyl. 

mspart

[WrestlingRasta]

2 hours ago, Paul158 said:

That is what we are seeing now.

Now?   We’ve certainly seen the behavior you describe before.  It’s nothing new. 

[Paul158]

41 minutes ago, WrestlingRasta said:

Now?   We’ve certainly seen the behavior you describe before.  It’s nothing new. 

You have to admit the democrats are better at it. 

[WrestlingRasta]

ehhhh......the behavior isn't mastered by one party or the other.  Its the individual.  And they're everywhere.  (And making everything Dem vs Rep is no better.  Same level behavior, different details....)

[Caveira]

It’s funny how the left left peeps on this board never criticized Biden and are now for more centric politics.   Politics is so dirty.  

[mspart]

I admit I like most of Trump and gang's moves.   Gaza I am not sure of what to think about that.   I quoted an article from Daily caller that was not in favor but suggested it might be a feint for some other intent on Trump's part.   I would guess that be closer to the truth actually.  

Getting a handle on USAID - long overdue.

Dropping DOJ funding for sanctuary whatevers - long overdue and should apply to other funding as well

Getting the southern border secure with Canada and Mexico  playing ball - Long overdue. 

That's just a few.  

mspart

[1032004]

Looks like the post in the OP is fake news.  Politico received about $40k from USAID…for subscriptions to a different service 

Edited Thursday at 01:18 AM by 1032004

[1032004]

Becker community notes himself 10 hours later in the comments where less people will see it

 

 

 

Edited Thursday at 01:14 AM by 1032004

[headshuck]

Yes, corrected his summary. He still believes taxpayers aren’t getting a good investment.

[1032004]

6 minutes ago, headshuck said:

Yes, corrected his summary. He still believes taxpayers aren’t getting a good investment.

So not quite the “biggest scandal in news media history” like Benny Johnson called it?

[headshuck]

As they day went on there were so many more that it looks like he jumped the gun on the biggun.

I’m waiting for the report on the lost Ukraine funds myself.

[Offthemat]

Did politico make payroll?

[1032004]

9 minutes ago, Offthemat said:

Did politico make payroll?

Yes

[Caveira]

 

 

On 2/5/2025 at 8:21 AM, Bigbrog said:

Do "news" organizations normally get federal funding?

 

[mspart]

Answer:  It seems so. 

mspart