Hunter Biden’s public embarrassment continues. Last week, Hunter Biden’s sweetheart plea deal catastrophically fell apart in court before U.S. District Judge Maryellen Noreika. One of the reasons the plea deal fell apart is because Judge Noreika didn’t approve of the blanket immunity that Hunter would receive for all alleged crimes from 2014–2018 as a result of the plea deal.
Now the details of the plea deal have been made public. As reported:
“The plea agreement that blew up last week during Hunter Biden’s court appearance was made public Wednesday, revealing new information about the tax and gun charges involving the president’s son.
The documents, which U.S. District Judge Maryellen Noreika made public at the request of NBC News, provide detailed accounts of the cases surrounding the criminal charges, with fact sets that were agreed to by Biden’s lawyers and federal prosecutors in Delaware. . . .
The deal wound up being scrapped — at least temporarily — because of questions the judge raised last week in court about the proposed agreements.
‘These agreements are not straightforward and they contain some atypical provisions,’ Noreika said, including one that could theoretically protect Biden from other tax-related crimes.”
As ACLJ Chief Counsel Jay Sekulow, pointed out: A judge rejecting a plea deal is very rare. Some highly concerning details must have caused the deal to fall apart.
Judge Noreika followed the law correctly in not sweeping Hunter’s alleged crimes under the rug just to appease a Deep State DOJ. Too much smoke is swirling around the Biden family right now with charges of financial impropriety that must be fully investigated.
The revealed documents also go into some rather disturbing details that were the chief contributing factors to his failure to pay taxes and illegally owning a handgun. Of note to us, reportedly, a third party even paid Hunter’s tax bill of almost $2 million in 2021, which is not illegal . . . but highly irregular. The documents also detail that Hunter Biden was doing business with companies in Ukraine, China, and Romania.
Again, supposedly Hunter never discussed any of these business deals with President Joe Biden while his father was serving as Vice President. President Joe Biden denies that any business discussions ever took place, despite Biden confidant Devon Archer testifying otherwise.
Let’s compare the special treatment Hunter Biden is getting as opposed to our newest whistleblower client, FBI Special Agent Garret O’Boyle. After exposing the FBI for targeting pro-lifers, FBI Special Agent O’Boyle faced the wrath of the FBI, being suspended without pay for almost a year, likely because of his willingness to tell the truth.
The Deep State FBI tried to destroy this brave hero. We are excited to announce we will interview Garret O’Boyle on tomorrow’s Sekulow broadcast. You don’t want to miss it.
Or compare Hunter’s treatment to former President Donald Trump, whose arraignment is scheduled for 4 p.m. today in Washington, D.C. As we pointed out yesterday, Trump faces criminal charges for his BELIEF that the 2020 presidential election was stolen. Whether you believe Trump’s claims or not, in America you can’t put a man in jail merely for believing something. If they can unconstitutionally imprison the President for his belief, they could one day do the same to you.
Today’s Seukulow broadcast also featured an interview with Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose to discuss the upcoming vote in Ohio on Issue 1, which would raise the threshold to 60% of statewide votes for a change to the Ohio state constitution. This change would prevent future radical abortion laws from being easily passed in Ohio.
Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose explained the importance of passing Issue 1:
“It’s about the fight for life and liberty, and we are on the front lines of this here in Ohio as we speak. As you mentioned, the radical Left is trying to get a really extreme abortion amendment [passed]. . . . And so we’re making a stand and saying it shouldn’t be so easy to amend the Ohio constitution. It’s been at 50% plus one for 100 years. We want to raise it to 60%, where really, it should have been all along. As you know, it’s not easy to amend the U.S. Constitution. It shouldn’t be so easy for out-of-state special interests groups to come into Ohio and amend our state constitution.”
Since the overturning of Roe, the battle for life has been in the states. We fervently hope Issue 1 gets passed in Ohio to ensure the future safety of the unborn. Legislation like this is a great reminder of why voting in state elections is so important – your vote could literally save lives.
Later, ACLJ Senior Counsel for Global Affairs Mike Pompeo joined to discuss Biden’s questionable foreign business deals and other global issues. We also highlighted the brand-new Life & Liberty Drive that focuses on the ACLJ’s efforts to preserve life and liberty in America and worldwide.
Five Things New “Preppers” Forget When Getting Ready for Bad Times Ahead
The preparedness community is growing faster than it has in decades. Even during peak times such as Y2K, the economic downturn of 2008, and Covid, the vast majority of Americans made sure they had plenty of toilet paper but didn’t really stockpile anything else.
Things have changed. There’s a growing anxiety in this presidential election year that has prompted more Americans to get prepared for crazy events in the future. Some of it is being driven by fearmongers, but there are valid concerns with the economy, food supply, pharmaceuticals, the energy grid, and mass rioting that have pushed average Americans into “prepper” mode.
There are degrees of preparedness. One does not have to be a full-blown “doomsday prepper” living off-grid in a secure Montana bunker in order to be ahead of the curve. In many ways, preparedness isn’t about being able to perfectly handle every conceivable situation. It’s about being less dependent on government for as long as possible. Those who have proper “preps” will not be waiting for FEMA to distribute emergency supplies to the desperate masses.
Below are five things people new to preparedness (and sometimes even those with experience) often forget as they get ready. All five are common sense notions that do not rely on doomsday in order to be useful. It may be nice to own a tank during the apocalypse but there’s not much you can do with it until things get really crazy. The recommendations below can have places in the lives of average Americans whether doomsday comes or not.
Note: The information provided by this publication or any related communications is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as financial advice. We do not provide personalized investment, financial, or legal advice.
Secured Wealth
Whether in the bank or held in a retirement account, most Americans feel that their life’s savings is relatively secure. At least they did until the last couple of years when de-banking, geopolitical turmoil, and the threat of Central Bank Digital Currencies reared their ugly heads.
It behooves Americans to diversify their holdings. If there’s a triggering event or series of events that cripple the financial systems or devalue the U.S. Dollar, wealth can evaporate quickly. To hedge against potential turmoil, many Americans are looking in two directions: Crypto and physical precious metals.
There are huge advantages to cryptocurrencies, but there are also inherent risks because “virtual” money can become challenging to spend. Add in the push by central banks and governments to regulate or even replace cryptocurrencies with their own versions they control and the risks amplify. There’s nothing wrong with cryptocurrencies today but things can change rapidly.
As for physical precious metals, many Americans pay cash to keep plenty on hand in their safe. Rolling over or transferring retirement accounts into self-directed IRAs is also a popular option, but there are caveats. It can often take weeks or even months to get the gold and silver shipped if the owner chooses to close their account. This is why Genesis Gold Group stands out. Their relationship with the depositories allows for rapid closure and shipping, often in less than 10 days from the time the account holder makes their move. This can come in handy if things appear to be heading south.
Lots of Potable Water
One of the biggest shocks that hit new preppers is understanding how much potable water they need in order to survive. Experts claim one gallon of water per person per day is necessary. Even the most conservative estimates put it at over half-a-gallon. That means that for a family of four, they’ll need around 120 gallons of water to survive for a month if the taps turn off and the stores empty out.
Being near a fresh water source, whether it’s a river, lake, or well, is a best practice among experienced preppers. It’s necessary to have a water filter as well, even if the taps are still working. Many refuse to drink tap water even when there is no emergency. Berkey was our previous favorite but they’re under attack from regulators so the Alexapure systems are solid replacements.
For those in the city or away from fresh water sources, storage is the best option. This can be challenging because proper water storage containers take up a lot of room and are difficult to move if the need arises. For “bug in” situations, having a larger container that stores hundreds or even thousands of gallons is better than stacking 1-5 gallon containers. Unfortunately, they won’t be easily transportable and they can cost a lot to install.
Water is critical. If chaos erupts and water infrastructure is compromised, having a large backup supply can be lifesaving.
Pharmaceuticals and Medical Supplies
There are multiple threats specific to the medical supply chain. With Chinese and Indian imports accounting for over 90% of pharmaceutical ingredients in the United States, deteriorating relations could make it impossible to get the medicines and antibiotics many of us need.
Stocking up many prescription medications can be hard. Doctors generally do not like to prescribe large batches of drugs even if they are shelf-stable for extended periods of time. It is a best practice to ask your doctor if they can prescribe a larger amount. Today, some are sympathetic to concerns about pharmacies running out or becoming inaccessible. Tell them your concerns. It’s worth a shot. The worst they can do is say no.
If your doctor is unwilling to help you stock up on medicines, then Jase Medical is a good alternative. Through telehealth, they can prescribe daily meds or antibiotics that are shipped to your door. As proponents of medical freedom, they empathize with those who want to have enough medical supplies on hand in case things go wrong.
Energy Sources
The vast majority of Americans are locked into the grid. This has proven to be a massive liability when the grid goes down. Unfortunately, there are no inexpensive remedies.
Those living off-grid had to either spend a lot of money or effort (or both) to get their alternative energy sources like solar set up. For those who do not want to go so far, it’s still a best practice to have backup power sources. Diesel generators and portable solar panels are the two most popular, and while they’re not inexpensive they are not out of reach of most Americans who are concerned about being without power for extended periods of time.
Natural gas is another necessity for many, but that’s far more challenging to replace. Having alternatives for heating and cooking that can be powered if gas and electric grids go down is important. Have a backup for items that require power such as manual can openers. If you’re stuck eating canned foods for a while and all you have is an electric opener, you’ll have problems.
Don’t Forget the Protein
When most think about “prepping,” they think about their food supply. More Americans are turning to gardening and homesteading as ways to produce their own food. Others are working with local farmers and ranchers to purchase directly from the sources. This is a good idea whether doomsday comes or not, but it’s particularly important if the food supply chain is broken.
Most grocery stores have about one to two weeks worth of food, as do most American households. Grocers rely heavily on truckers to receive their ongoing shipments. In a crisis, the current process can fail. It behooves Americans for multiple reasons to localize their food purchases as much as possible.
Long-term storage is another popular option. Canned foods, MREs, and freeze dried meals are selling out quickly even as prices rise. But one component that is conspicuously absent in shelf-stable food is high-quality protein. Most survival food companies offer low quality “protein buckets” or cans of meat, but they are often barely edible.
Prepper All-Naturals offers premium cuts of steak that have been cooked sous vide and freeze dried to give them a 25-year shelf life. They offer Ribeye, NY Strip, and Tenderloin among others.
Having buckets of beans and rice is a good start, but keeping a solid supply of high-quality protein isn’t just healthier. It can help a family maintain normalcy through crises.
Prepare Without Fear
With all the challenges we face as Americans today, it can be emotionally draining. Citizens are scared and there’s nothing irrational about their concerns. Being prepared and making lifestyle changes to secure necessities can go a long way toward overcoming the fears that plague us. We should hope and pray for the best but prepare for the worst. And if the worst does come, then knowing we did what we could to be ready for it will help us face those challenges with confidence.
