Rachel Maddow points out that Donald Trump's frenzy of DOGE-era cuts to the federal government, including to vital capabilities like combatting anti-American disinformation narratives and foreign influence, are having the predictable effect of leaving the U.S. unprepared and poorly defended as those attacks grow. MS NOW: My Source for News, Opinion, and the World. » Subscribe to MS NOW: https://www.youtube.com/@msnow » Subscribe to MS NOW’s We the People Newsletter for exclusive content from your favorite M ...

RT Mike Wilnau for Congress (FL-11) (@MikeWilnau)Since I entered my race, my opponent’s lifetime AIPAC contributions have increased from $79,000 to $193,000.I doubt this is a coincidence.I’m 100% committed to eradicating these parasites from our government.I know life’s expensive (thanks AIPAC), but I need your help.Please donate if you can. $5, $10, a million if you’ve got it like that 👀!We will win because we have to. Our children deserve a prosperous nation free from foreign influence, occupation and inv ...

RT Mark Lynch for U.S. Senate (@MarkLynchSC)No foreign influence in Congress.No foreign aid.America ONLY.Military Tribunals for Crimes Against Humanity.Lindsey Graham should be tried for treason, awaiting sentencing in federal prison.Not in the U.S. Senate. ...

Conflicts of Interest & Ethical Concerns - Financial ventures, especially those involving foreign government-backed investments, create avenues for potential influence on the president, posing a danger to the United States [3] - The appearance of conflicts, even without concrete evidence of wrongdoing, is a significant concern [4] - Foreign government investments that personally benefit a president are constitutionally forbidden [8] - The founders considered foreign money or "swag" (emoluments) a significant conflict of interest, embedding this principle in the constitution [8][9] Financial Transactions & Revenue Streams - Trump's earnings in 2024 include $3 million from the Save America coffee table book, $2.5 million from Trump sneakers and fragrances, and $2.8 million from Trump watches [5] - Additional revenue streams include $1.3 million from Trump Bibles, $1.1 million from NFT licensing and royalties, and $1 million from 45 Guitar [5] Political & Legal Repercussions - The federal courts have stopped illegal behavior by the administration over 200 times [7] - Corruption has spread beyond the White House, influencing other branches of government [11][12] - The Democracy Defenders Fund is actively involved in approximately 100 legal matters across the country, including civil, criminal defense, and regulatory issues [14] - Lower federal courts are finding ways to comply with Supreme Court rulings while continuing to challenge Donald Trump's illegality [15]