Zuckerberg Admits To Being Part of Censorship Scheme

Above, Mark Zuckerberg. Image by Fox News.

This is one of those things where I can easily say, "I'm not at all surprised." 

A "little late and with phony contrition," Zuckerberg admits that Facebook was a part of the Biden-Harris censorship scheme. This was after Rep. Jim Jordan's House Judiciary Committee forced Zuckerberg to release documents.

Fox News Opinion (Jonathan Turley) wrote this:

"I believe the government pressure was wrong, and I regret that we were not more outspoken about it." Those words from Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg came this week with an admission in a letter that his company, Facebook, did yield to pressure from the Biden-Harris administration to censor American citizens on a wide array of subjects.

For those of us who have criticized Facebook for years for its role in the massive censorship system, Zuckerberg's belated contrition was more insulting than inspiring. It had all of the genuine regret as a stalker found hiding under the bed of a victim.

Zuckerberg's sudden regret only came after his company fought for years to conceal the evidence of its work with the government to censor opposing views. Zuckerberg was finally compelled to release the documents by House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, and the House Judiciary Committee. 

To read more, go here. 

UPDATE: They're still at it. This post has been removed from Facebook under the pretext of "spam" this morning.

Jim Jordan Nails DOJ Civil Rights Official On Grisham's Gun Order

From the YouTube video posting:

At today's House Judiciary Committee hearing, Rep. Jim Jordan (R-OH) questioned Assistant AG Kristen Clarke, chief of the DOJ's Justice Civil Rights Division.

Rep. Kevin McCarthy Loses 2nd Ballot For Speaker

Hard-line conservatives of the Republican House caucus again defeated Rep. Kevin McCarthy's bid to become Speaker of the House in a second ballot vote. McCarthy needs 218 votes to become Speaker.

This sort of thing (more than one ballot for speaker) hasn't occurred since the Civil War era.

According to Politico:

Kevin McCarthy again failed to secure the votes for speaker in a highly unusual second ballot, as his dozen-plus detractors refused to relent in their push for fresh leadership atop the party.

This time, conservative hero Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) personally urged his colleagues to back McCarthy in a speech before the vote. Instead, 19 Republicans voted for Jordan on the floor — again sending GOP leaders scrambling.

It’s a stunning prolonged chaos on the first day of the new Congress. McCarthy and his allies will now attempt to quell the revolt, preparing members to take repeated votes as pressure mounts from their colleagues. It marked only the second time since the Civil War that a party needs multiple attempts to choose its leader on the House floor — with all business in the chamber, even the swearing-in of members, halted until a speaker is chosen.

It looks to be a long night.

To read more, go here. 

UPDATE (1/4/23): 

McCarthy has since lost a 3rd ballot vote with a defector.

The Biden Path of High Fuel Prices

Courtesy of Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas:

From Rep. Jim Jordan:

Gas prices are at record highs, but don’t worry, Democrats think you can just go buy a $50,000 electric car.

REPUBLICAN PARTY OF NEW MEXICO’S “OPERATION FREEDOM” IN AMARILLO A HUGE SUCCESS

 Source: Press Release from Republican Party of New Mexico

REPUBLICAN PARTY OF NEW MEXICO’S “OPERATION FREEDOM” IN AMARILLO A HUGE SUCCESS AS NEW MEXICANS GET A TRUE TASTE OF FREEDOM

HUNDREDS OF REPUBLICANS EXPERIENCE LIBERTY DURING RPNM’S IMPRESSIVE 3-DAY CONVENTION   Albuquerque, May 16—The Republican Party of New Mexico’s “Operation Freedom” concluded today on a triumphant note, as the party’s 3-day retreat, featuring a star-studded bill, wrapped up in Texas. The exciting convention became a true metaphor for freedom as a result of Gov. Lujan Grisham’s restrictive COVID policies that prevented RPNM from holding the convention in New Mexico.    Hundreds of supporters attended “Operation Freedom” this weekend and got a true taste of freedom. The attendees got a first-hand look at the stark contrasts between New Mexico and Texas. Amarillo is open for business, and its economy is flourishing—sales tax revenues rolling in.   Gov. Lujan Grisham’s restrictions have severely damaged our economy, workforce and education system. Her heavy-handed policies threatened the rights and freedoms of her citizens.   Republican leadership never would have closed New Mexico.   As one speaker at “Operation Freedom” pointed out: “Liberty will always find a way to win.”   Attendees at the event could breathe freely and enjoy life as normal, as they took in a dazzling program.    The theme of “Operation Freedom” was positive change for New Mexico, and the speakers, panels and presentations focused on how Republicans can work to improve the lives of New Mexicans, county-by-county, community-by-community.   South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem and Ohio U.S. Rep. Jim Jordan highlighted the convention with powerful, compelling speeches that addressed freedom, a need to return to traditional conservative values and the importance to fight the nationwide radical agenda that’s poisoning our country.    South Dakota, which never closed down or shut school doors during the pandemic, is prospering. The state has the lowest unemployment rate in the nation, while New Mexico, with its harsh restrictions, now ranks 48th.   RPNM was particularly proud to have Congressional candidate Sen. Mark Moores address the convention.    Mark is a champion of freedom, and he spoke of his love of liberty and why we must stop the ongoing radical agenda in New Mexico that’s hurting our state. He talked about how his leftist opponent, Melanie Stansbury, wants to defund the police, close prisons, eliminate ICE and the DEA. Mark stands with law enforcement, our vital oil and gas industry and has strong political convictions that adhere to family, faith and freedom.   Mark will demonstrate his love for liberty when he’s in Congress.         Mark arrived at “Operation Freedom” Friday evening and returned to Albuquerque the next morning so he could meet with more constituents. Momentum is building in the 1st Congressional District to send Mark to Washington. Republicans are ready to flip this seat.   “’Operation Freedom’ was a smashing success, and we are on our way to turn anger into action for New Mexico,” said Republican Party of New Mexico Chairman Steve Pearce. “Our party is armed with ideas and ready to raise optimism and work with counties, businesses and all New Mexicans to show that Republicans stand for progress, strong conservative values and principles that all people want. Our belief system is something New Mexicans will identify with, and we are dedicated to accomplish our mission. New Mexico is in pain, and Republicans are ready to heal our state. Our Governor really shot herself in the foot by forcing us to hold our event in Texas. New Mexico lost an economic boom, and that’s unfortunate, but Texas has always been open for business, and Amarillo welcomed us. Our left-leaning leaders refuse to understand what’s been happening—we’re losing students, businesses and opportunities to neighboring states.”

New Mexico GOP To Hold Convention In Texas

The Republican Party of New Mexico will be holding its annual state convention in Amarillo, Texas on May 14-16 due to excessive restrictions in New Mexico.

The Las Cruces Sun News reported:

The Republican Party of New Mexico is holding its annual state convention next month, but it won't be in-state.

The three-day event, dubbed Operation Freedom, will be held in Amarillo, Texas, which has much looser COVID-19 restrictions than New Mexico, where mass gatherings under even the most lenient conditions are limited to 150 people.

"It was named 'Operation Freedom' because had we been able to have it in our own state, we would not have to travel," Kim Skaggs, the state GOP's executive director, said in a telephone interview Monday.

New Mexico's COVID-19 restrictions, some of the most stringent in the nation, are likely to be a hot topic during the convention, particularly since Gov. Kristi Noem of South Dakota and U.S. Rep. Jim Jordan of Ohio, both Republicans, will be the keynote speakers.

To read more, go here.