Political CowRight here right now

Delayed this evening because of the Tyson vs. Paul fight… Netflix is buffering like crazy so I’m trying to not get any alerts…etc and just watch it as the feed comes in. Given the instability with Netflix, going live later than expected.

As usual, we have quite a bit going on in the politics. Media criticism and attacks are only getting started!

Outline for Political ASMR #5

1. Appointees
   • List of all known appointees to date
   • Highlighting a notable additions
   • Media response
2. Liberal of the day
3. Reflections on Mike Tyson Fight
4. Your thoughts

Appointees – List of all known appointees to date

Here’s a list of Donald Trump’s cabinet appointments along with brief backgrounds for each individual:

• Secretary of State: Marco Rubio
  • A U.S. Senator from Florida since 2011, Rubio is a prominent figure in foreign policy, particularly regarding Latin America. He previously served as the Speaker of the Florida House of Representatives and was a presidential candidate in 2016.
    
• White House Chief of Staff: Susie Wiles
  • A seasoned political consultant, Wiles has been instrumental in Trump’s campaigns, including his 2016 and 2024 runs. She is known for her strategic acumen and is the first woman to hold this position.
    
• Attorney General: Matt Gaetz
  • A controversial congressman from Florida, Gaetz has been a staunch ally of Trump and is known for his ultraconservative positions. He previously faced investigations but was not charged.
    
• Deputy Attorney General: Todd Blanche
  • A lawyer and former prosecutor, Blanche gained prominence as Trump’s defense attorney during his criminal trials. He has a background in federal law enforcement and has worked with high-profile clients.
    
• HHS Secretary: Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
  • An environmental lawyer and member of the Kennedy political family, Kennedy is known for his controversial views on vaccines. He has been an activist for public health and environmental issues.
    
• U.N. Ambassador: Elise Stefanik
  • A congresswoman from New York, Stefanik is the chair of the House Republican Conference. She became known for her strong support of Trump and her role in various congressional investigations.
    
• “Border Czar”: Tom Homan
  • Former acting director of ICE, Homan is a veteran immigration official known for his strict enforcement policies. He has been a vocal advocate for border security and immigration reform.
    
• Secretary of Veterans Affairs: Doug Collins
  • A former congressman from Georgia and Air Force Reserve chaplain, Collins has a military background and has been active in veteran affairs. He aims to improve services for veterans.
    
• Defense Secretary: Pete Hegseth
  • A former Army National Guard officer and Fox News commentator, Hegseth has been involved in veterans’ advocacy and has a strong conservative following. He has written extensively on military issues.
    
• National Security Adviser: Michael Waltz
  • A colonel in the Army and U.S. Representative from Florida, Waltz has a background in special operations and served as a defense policy advisor in the Pentagon. He is known for his expertise in national security.
    
• Interior Secretary: Doug Burgum
  • The Governor of North Dakota, Burgum has a background in business and technology. He focuses on energy policy and land management issues.
    
• White House Counsel: William McGinley
  • An attorney with experience in government and private practice, McGinley has worked on various legal issues related to the Trump administration.
    
• Solicitor General: Dean John Sauer
  • A former solicitor general of Missouri, Sauer has a strong legal background and has argued significant cases before the U.S. Supreme Court.
    
• Secretary of Homeland Security: Kristi Noem
  • The Governor of South Dakota, Noem is known for her conservative policies and strong stance on immigration and border security.
    
• CIA Director: John Ratcliffe
  • A former congressman from Texas, Ratcliffe served as the Director of National Intelligence. He has been involved in intelligence and national security issues.
    
• Director of National Intelligence: Tulsi Gabbard
  • A former congresswoman and presidential candidate, Gabbard has a military background and has been vocal on foreign policy issues, particularly regarding military intervention.
    
• EPA Administrator: Lee Zeldin
  • A congressman from New York, Zeldin has focused on environmental issues and has been involved in various legislative efforts related to energy and conservation.
    
• U.S. Ambassador to Israel: Mike Huckabee
  • The former governor of Arkansas and a prominent conservative figure, Huckabee has been a strong supporter of Israel and has a background in media and politics.
    
• U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York: Jay Clayton
  • A former chair of the SEC, Clayton has a legal background in corporate law and has been involved in regulatory issues.
    
• Department of Government Efficiency: Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy
  • Musk is a tech entrepreneur known for his work with Tesla and SpaceX, while Ramaswamy is a businessman and author focused on corporate governance and innovation.
    
• Deputy Chief of Staff: Dan Scavino
  • A longtime Trump aide, Scavino has been involved in social media strategy and communications within the Trump administration.
    
• Deputy Chief of Staff for Policy and Homeland Security Adviser: Stephen Miller
  • Known for his hardline immigration policies, Miller has been a key advisor to Trump on domestic and foreign policy issues.
    
• Deputy Chief of Staff for Legislative, Political and Public Affairs: James Blair
  • Blair has experience in political strategy and has worked closely with Trump’s legislative agenda.
    
• Deputy Chief of Staff for Communications and Personnel: Taylor Budowich
  • A communications strategist, Budowich has been involved in media relations and messaging for Trump’s campaigns.
    
• Presidential Personnel Office Head: Sergio Gor
  • Gor has experience in personnel management and has worked on staffing for the Trump administration.
    
• White House Communications Director: Steven Cheung
  • Cheung has a background in communications and has worked on various political campaigns.
    
• White House Press Secretary: Karoline Leavitt
  • A former aide to Trump, Leavitt has experience in communications and public relations.

27 key appointments announced to date!

Kash Patel invokes fears into Liberal hearts

New Press Secretary announced

False narratives continue about RFK Jr.

Tulsi Gabbard under attack – called a Russian Asset???

Your Kamala Voter of the day

Tyson fight – reflections

I don’t think it was going to be a real fight – Tyson clearly had something going on with his knee but didn’t want to postpone again. Regardless, he was getting fatigued too quickly. Looking at the volume of punches, Jake Paul throw more than double the number of punches. It was cool to see him out there again, but this was no where near a full fledged fight, just an exhibition.

I did like Jake Paul’s remarks at the end of the fight:

Of course this was a good portion of the evening as well:

🛑 Shock Appointments: You Won’t Believe These Picks! 🛑

From unexpected newcomers to controversial choices, these surprise appointments are shaking things up! Dive into the details and find out why these decisions have everyone talking.

Here’s a quick overview from Jessie Waters via Elon Musk:

🚨 Tulsi Gabbard’s Shocking Appointment: Controversial Pick for National Intelligence! 🚨

From her unexpected political shifts to her contentious foreign policy views, Tulsi Gabbard’s nomination as Director of National Intelligence has everyone talking. Dive into the drama and discover why this choice is sparking outrage and debate across the nation!

And then the opposite response from other outlets:

More background on Tulsi – some notes:

Early Life and Military Service

• Born: April 12, 1981, in Leloaloa, American Samoa.
• Education: Graduated from Hawaii Pacific University with a Bachelor of Science degree.
• Military Service: Joined the Hawaii Army National Guard in 2003, deployed to Iraq from 2004 to 2005, and later served in Kuwait from 2008 to 2009. She currently holds the rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Army Reserve.

Political Career

• Hawaii House of Representatives: Elected at age 21, serving from 2002 to 2004.
• Honolulu City Council: Served from 2011 to 2012.
• U.S. House of Representatives: Elected in 2012, representing Hawaii’s 2nd congressional district. She was the first Samoan-American and the first Hindu member of Congress.
• Vice Chair of the Democratic National Committee: Served from 2013 to 2016.
• 2020 Presidential Campaign: Ran for the Democratic presidential nomination on a progressive platform, opposing U.S. involvement in foreign wars.
• Party Switch: Left the Democratic Party in 2022, becoming an independent, and later joined the Republican Party in 2024.
• Director of National Intelligence Nominee: Appointed by President-elect Donald Trump in 2024.

Key Positions and Actions

• Anti-Intervention Stance: Criticized U.S. involvement in foreign wars, including the Iraq War and the conflict in Ukraine.
• Support for Bernie Sanders: Endorsed Bernie Sanders in the 2016 presidential primary, breaking with the Democratic Party’s policy of neutrality.
• Criticism of Democratic Leadership: Voiced opposition to the Democratic Party’s stance on various issues, including military intervention and “woke” ideology.
• Endorsement of Donald Trump: Endorsed Trump for president in 2024, praising his approach to foreign policy and peace.

Personal Life

• Marriage: Married to cinematographer Abraham Williams since 2015.
• Children: Does not have children, but underwent IVF treatment with her husband.

Tulsi Gabbard’s career has been marked by her strong anti-interventionist stance, her early support for progressive politics, and her eventual shift to the Republican Party. She has been a vocal critic of both Democratic and Republican administrations on various issues.

Summary from AC 360

Your questions?

Well, Kamala finally gave her concession speech… or was it really a call to action? The language used in her remarks were very carefully crafted by top speech writers to evoke the desire for a continuous struggle and resistance to everything that will unfold over the next four years. This was not an attempt to win over independents, but to reengage and solidify her base, which in reality is composed of a series of fringe viewpoints that are at odds with one another.

Here’s Kamala’s impactful concession that has propagated the woke mind virus further

Who ever thought a squirrel would become a symbol of freedom?

Not to be outdone, Biden had a concession speech of his own:

Her speech moved many to full blown TDS Meltdowns

and if that wasn’t enough for you, here is a deranged academic freaking out following the concession:

Then we have the opposite response by conservatives

Overall voter demographics were pretty interesting as reported by NBC News:

And finally, the immediate impact of the Trump’s win – the anticipation brings greatness

English translation of the ambassador’s post on X:

“First, we must start from a fundamental premise: Mexico and the United States are like a marriage in which divorce is not an option. Although we may have differences and moments of great cooperation, the historical ties between both countries remain strong. What we must do now is focus on the future, because this is a complex relationship that involves numerous actors: families, governors, businessmen and companies. It is an interaction that develops at multiple levels, and we must be able to interpret it correctly. The reality is that #Trump is willing to fulfill some of his campaign promises, and some of them could affect Mexico. Among the most notable are the possible closure of the border, even if only for a day, and the massive raids and deportations of undocumented immigrants.”

‘Courageous man’: Putin weighs in on Trump win, says he’s ready to talk about Ukraine