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Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this Headline Brief of The Wright Report, Bryan breaks down why gas prices are still stuck above where they should be despite oil falling to pre-war levels, and covers a volcanic confrontation between President Trump and Republican Senators on Capitol Hill over the SAVE America Act and the filibuster. Bryan tracks a wave of federal court rulings blocking the America First agenda, from judges stopping ICE arrests near courthouses to a ruling protecting illegal aliens from voter roll checks, and explains why he thinks the judiciary is now a front line in what he calls an Islamist and Communist revolution. He then documents a slate of newly elected New York candidates openly calling for the destruction of Western civilization and the American empire, and draws a sharp parallel to young Brazilians who are now turning conservative after living through years of Leftist governance. Plus, breaking news of two major earthquakes in Venezuela with potentially catastrophic casualties, the Arab states taking shots at Trump through the Washington Post while Secretary Rubio reassures the region, and a bipartisan housing bill sitting in limbo as the White House weighs whether to sign or kill it. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32 Keywords: The Wright Report, Bryan Dean Wright, gas prices, oil prices, Exxon, Chevron, SAVE America Act, Senate filibuster, John Thune, judicial rulings, lawfare, Democrat judges, voter rolls, ICE arrests, New York Socialists, Communist revolution, Daria-Liza Avila Chevalier, Zohran Mamdani, Brazil conservatives, Bukele, Venezuela earthquake, Marco Rubio, Middle East, housing bill, daily news podcast

Vice President JD Vance touts progress in high-level talks with Iran, including renewed nuclear inspections, temporary oil-sanctions relief and a new mechanism aimed at preventing renewed war across the Middle East. A Utah judge hands prosecutors two key victories in the case against accused Charlie Kirk assassin Tyler Robinson, while delaying a decision on whether an alleged gag-order violation could take the death penalty off the table. Trump-backed political outsider Abelardo de la Espriella claims victory in Colombia's presidential election, promising a Bukele-style crackdown on crime and closer cooperation with the United States. The Supreme Court reinstates Pedro Hernandez's murder conviction in the 1979 disappearance of six-year-old Etan Patz, overturning a federal appeals court ruling that had cleared the way for a third trial.   Supersure Insurance: Upgrade your business insurance to a year-round SuperAgency at https://Supersure.com/Megyn   Cozy Earth: Visit https://www.CozyEarth.com & Use code MEGYN for up to 20% off Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Latin America's Shift to the Right. Guest: Ernesto Araújo and Alejandro Peña Esclusa. Guests discuss the right-wing political shift in Latin America following Abelardo De La Espriella's apparent victory in Colombia. They compare his security-focused platform to the Bukele model in El Salvador, emphasizing a mandate to combat the organized crime that has historically penetrated the region's political systems. 5

SCHEDULE THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 6-22-26.1787The Fog of Diplomacy in the Strait of Hormuz. Guest: Ambassador Hussain Haqqani and Bill Roggio. Guests discuss competing headlines regarding "progress" in US-Iran negotiations and ongoing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. Ambassador Haqqani notes neither side has achieved its original war aims, while Bill Roggio argues the US lacks the military will to reopen the Strait, leaving Iran with the strategic advantage. 1Pakistan as a Strategic Mediator. Guest: Ambassador Hussain Haqqani and Bill Roggio. John Batchelor examines Pakistan's role as a mediator between the United States and Iran. Ambassador Haqqani explains that Pakistan provided an "exit ramp" for the Trump administration by utilizing its unique access to the IRGC and Iran's power structure to facilitate communication and avoid further military escalation. 2Hamas Sidelined in Regional Talks. Guest: Samuel Ben-Ur and Bill Roggio. Samuel Ben-Ur explains why Hamas has been sidelined in recent Iranian negotiations compared to Hezbollah. Relations soured when Hamas failed to support Iranian strikes against Qatari targets. Currently, Hamas remains funded by Qatar and Turkey while maintaining a brutal "reign of terror" over the portions of Gaza it still controls. 3The Legality and Lethality of Armed Conflict. Guest: Henry Sokolski. Henry Sokolski analyzes a public memo from Admiral Brad Cooper regarding the legitimacy of lethal force. They discuss the necessity of proportionality in conflict, arguing that avoiding civilian targets like nuclear reactors is a military requirement for success, as destroying essential infrastructure alienates populations and complicates future operations. 4Latin America's Shift to the Right. Guest: Ernesto Araújo and Alejandro Peña Esclusa. Guests discuss the right-wing political shift in Latin America following Abelardo De La Espriella's apparent victory in Colombia. They compare his security-focused platform to the Bukele model in El Salvador, emphasizing a mandate to combat the organized crime that has historically penetrated the region's political systems. 5The Slow-Motion Coup in Bolivia. Guest: Ernesto Araújo and Alejandro Peña Esclusa. The segment addresses the crisis in Bolivia, where Evo Morales is accused of orchestrating a "slow motion coup" via blockades. Ernesto Araújo criticizes Brazilian President Lula's silence on the matter, while Alejandro Peña Esclusa suggests that regional support for the elected government may finally lead to Morales facing legal consequences. 6The Failure to Counter Chinese Influence. Guest: Bill Gertz and Gordon Chang. Bill Gertz details a GAO report revealing that the US spent $1.2 billion on countering Chinese influence without evaluating its impact. The discussion highlights the superior effectiveness of Chinese information warfare, which outspends the US significantly to shape global narratives while American efforts lack a cohesive strategy. 7The Crisis in Air Force Procurement. Guest: General Blaine Holt and Gordon Chang. General Blaine Holt critiques the broken US procurement system, specifically the Air Force's contradictory stance on retiring the A-10 Warthog while keeping the B-52 bomber for a century. He advocates for reform to break contractor monopolies, allowing the military to innovate faster and field cheaper equipment. 8Iran's Economic Demands in Switzerland. Guest: Jonathan Schanzer and Bill Roggio. Jonathan Schanzer argues that Iran is seeking a systemic economic lifeline through billions in unfrozen assets. He criticizes recent US oil waivers as a sign of caving to pressure. Iran aims to link a Lebanon ceasefire to negotiations to delay nuclear discussions and drive a wedge. 9Resurgent Piracy in the Gulf of Aden. Guest: Bridget Toomey and Bill Roggio. Bridget Toomey reports a resurgence of Somali piracy, with three ships recently captured for ransom in the Gulf of Aden. Bill Roggio links this spike to Al-Shabaab's growth and suggests that pirate networks may be coordinating with the Houthis to facilitate weapons smuggling and increase regional instability. 10The Flaws of the Iran Memorandum. Guest: Edmund Fitton-Brown and Bill Roggio. Edmund Fitton-Brown critiques the current US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding, calling it a failure of negotiation that incorporates "every Iranian trick." He argues Iran's core goals—the destruction of Israel and the expulsion of US influence—remain unchanged, and that the US has displayed a defeatist lack of patience. 11Eurasian Interests in Middle East Conflict. Guest: Edmund Fitton-Brown and Bill Roggio. Guests discuss how Russia and China are benefiting from America's Middle East difficulties, often frustrating US objectives on the nuclear file. Fitton-Brown notes the Europeans have been "anemic," failing to coordinate a forceful naval presence to ensure the Strait of Hormuz remains reliably open for global energy trade. 12Ukraine's Military Manpower Crisis. Guest: John Hardie and Bill Roggio. John Hardie discusses Ukrainian military reforms aimed at addressing the manpower crisis by clarifying pay and contract lengths. While intended to prevent desertion, there is skepticism that the government can fulfill promises to discharge long-serving troops without risking a collapse of the front lines against Russia. 13Hezbollah's Shadow Banking System. Guest: Ahmad Sharawi and Bill Roggio. Ahmad Sharawi examines Al-Qard Al-Hassan, Hezbollah's financial arm that provides social services and interest-free loans outside the official banking system. Although Israel has targeted its branches, the Lebanese government is hesitant to shut it down, allowing it to sustain the group's operations through gold-backed financing. 14The $216 Billion Rebuild of Syria. Guest: Josh Rogin and Bill Roggio. Josh Rogin reports that Syria requires $216 billion for reconstruction following the fall of the Assad regime. He explains that US "State Sponsor of Terrorism" sanctions prevent American businesses from bidding on contracts, leaving an opening for Chinese and Russian technology to dominate the new government's infrastructure. 15Recommendations for a New Syria Policy. Guest: Josh Rogin and Bill Roggio. Josh Rogin recommends that the US prepare to lift the terrorism designation on Syria to support reconstruction and counter adversarial influence. He argues the current Al-Shara government is the only viable partner for stability and that US bureaucratic inertia is currently benefiting China, Russia, and Iran. 16

A Colômbia encontra-se diante de uma potencial guinada política sem precedentes em sua história recente. Nas eleições presidenciais de 2026, o advogado outsider Abelardo de la Espriella, apelidado de "El Tigre", conquistou cerca de 44% dos votos no primeiro turno sob uma plataforma rigorosa de tolerância zero à criminalidade. Inspirado por lideranças como Nayib Bukele, Donald Trump e Javier Milei, o candidato independente propõe medidas contundentes para combater o narcoterrorismo, incluindo a construção de dez megapresídios em meio à selva colombiana e o emprego de força máxima pelas Forças Armadas contra grupos armados que recusem a rendição. Este avanço desestruturou as alianças tradicionais do país, unindo antigos adversários conservadores em seu apoio e gerando intensas reações por parte do atual presidente Gustavo Petro. O fenômeno reflete uma tendência que se espalha por diversos países da América Latina, onde o desgaste perante a violência do crime organizado impulsiona demandas por segurança e lideranças de pulso firme. Neste vídeo da Brasil Paralelo, analisamos a complexa trajetória de De la Espriella — desde sua influente carreira na advocacia criminal até sua ascensão política —, os impactos práticos de um modelo penitenciário salvadorenho adaptado ao território colombiano e as implicações deste cenário para o futuro geopolítico do continente. ________________

Le second tour de la présidentielle en Colombie se tient ce dimanche 21 avril, avec une affiche détonante : d'un côté, Ivan Cepeda, philosophe, défenseur des droits humains, dauphin désigné du premier président de gauche du pays, qui promet de continuer la politique de paix totale avec les groupes armés de son prédécesseur ; de l'autre, Abelardo de la Espriella, homme d'affaires, novice en politique, admirateur de Donald Trump épinglé fréquemment pour ses propos sexistes et homophobes, qui promet une guerre totale contre les guérillas et les narcotrafiquants. David Garibay, professeur de sciences politiques à l'Université Lumière Lyon 2, spécialiste des conflits en Amérique Latine, est l'invité de RFI.

Xavier Milei en Argentine, Daniel Noboa en Équateur, José Antonio Kast au Chili, Nayib Bukele au Salvador, Jair Bolsonaro au Brésil : ces cinq leaders latino-américains ont porté ou portent un projet de droite radicale ou dure, un mouvement qui ne semble pas s'arrêter. Au Pérou, la candidate de la droite réactionnaire Keiko Fujimori est aux portes du pouvoir. A l'heure de l'enregistrement de ce podcast et une semaine après le second tour de l'élection présidentielle, elle devançait de quelques milliers de voix seulement le candidat de gauche Roberto Sánchez. Et en Colombie, c'est encore un candidat de droite dure qui était donné favori pour le second tour de l'élection présidentielle du 21 juin, Abelardo de la Espriella. Qu'ils soient libertariens comme Milei, xénophobes comme Kast, ou partisans d'un maintien de l'ordre radical comme Bukele, ces nouveaux leaders parfois excentriques séduisent des électeurs à la recherche de solutions nouvelles contre des problèmes endémiques : le trafic de drogue, les gangs, des économies fragiles. Une tendance applaudie par l'administration de Donald Trump qui veut réduire l'influence de la Chine, devenue le premier partenaire économique de la région.Réalisation : Emmanuelle Baillon et Maxime MametInvités : Lina Vanegas, cheffe de la rédaction de l'AFP pour la Colombie et l'Equateur Michael Shifter, professeur d'études Latino americaines à l'Université de GeorgetownThomas Posado, maître de conférences à l'Université d Rouen spécialiste de l'Amérique latineLisa Zanotti, professeure à l'Université Diego Portales de Santiago du ChiliRéférence : Les extrêmes droites en Amérique latine (Revue Recherches Internationales, N°135, Hiver 2025)Crédits extraits : AFPTVMusique : Nicolas VairDoublages : Maxime Mamet, Claire Loilier, Luc Smilovici, Hugues Honoré, Christophe PareyreLa Semaine Sur le Fil est le podcast hebdomadaire de l'AFP. Vous avez des commentaires ? Ecrivez-nous à podcast@afp.com. Si vous aimez, abonnez-vous, parlez de nous autour de vous et laissez-nous plein d'étoiles sur votre plateforme de podcasts préférée pour mieux faire connaître notre programme. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

En este episodio hablamos sobre las denuncias de proveedores del Programa de Paquetes Escolares 2026 por quedar excluidos pese a haber participado en licitaciones y prepararse como cada año. Afirman que, tras más de 16 años abasteciendo al sistema público, este año solo se incluyó a proveedores de uniformes y calzado.El sector asegura que se endeudó, compró inventario y quedó con bodegas llenas tras no concretarse los contratos. También denuncian falta de explicación oficial, pese a cartas enviadas al Ministerio de Educación y a Casa Presidencial.El Ministerio sostiene que el programa continúa apoyando a productores nacionales, pero los afectados afirman que la adjudicación se concentró solo en cinco grandes empresas, dejando fuera a micro y pequeños proveedores.En el episodio retomamos un estudio en el cual Acción Ciudadana concluyó que ninguna institución pública cumplió totalmente con sus obligaciones de transparencia en 2025. Mientras entidades como la Fiscalía y el Tribunal Supremo Electoral obtuvieron los peores resultados, el Ministerio de Cultura fue la única institución con un nivel alto de cumplimiento. Además, en Malas Compañías, Fernando Palomo reflexiona sobre el futuro del fútbol a las puertas del Mundial de 2026. Y, en la Nota de Centroamérica, Gabriel Labrador analiza nuevas leyes en Honduras que podrían reducir controles ambientales y favorecer a sectores empresariales.El Resumen es un podcast original de El Faro Audio. Apoya nuestro periodismo independiente ingresando a apoya.elfaro.net. Suscríbete a nuestro boletín semanal para recibir todas nuestras publicaciones. Únete a nuestro canal de WhatsApp para actualizaciones diarias de periodistas del equipo. Síguenos en Facebook, TikTok, Instagram y X.Este episodio fue grabado el viernes 19 de junio de 2026.

Bukele's Security Transformation of El Salvador. Guest: Professor Evan Ellis. Professor Evan Ellis describes how President Nayib Bukele has dramatically improved security in El Salvador by imprisoning over 90,000 suspected gang members. This "Singapore-like" approach has revitalized commerce and public administration despite concerns over democratic erosion. The capital, San Salvador, now features new construction and increased safety. 8

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Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshack In this Tortoise Shack podcast, Tony and Nicolas Dale Leal, a Mexico-based journalist with El País, discuss the intersection of politics, football, and current events in Latin America and beyond. They examine the impact of protests during the World Cup in Mexico, the political landscapes in Colombia, Peru, and Brazil, and the influence of global figures such as Bukele and Lula. Nicholas gives his assessment of the Colombian Presidential Election and the optimistic view is not that great. But hope springs eternal, then it kills you. Liam Cunningham podcast:https://www.patreon.com/tortoiseshack/posts/patron-exclusive-159915188 Support the Hind Rajab Centre:https://www.ionadhindrajab.org/

Preview for Later Today: Evan Ellis examines President Nayib Bukele's controversial yet effective crackdown on gangs in El Salvador. By jailing over 90,000 people, Bukele has dramatically reduced violence, revitalized urban infrastructure, and attracted foreign capital. Despite "dystopian" and anti-democratic methods, the country is now reportedly safer than Canada, signaling a massive social shift.1909 SAN SALVADOR

Enviame un mensaje con tu pregunta o comentarioTe están leyendo el mismo guion y a veces ni lo notas. Cuando una ciudad se acostumbra a la extorsión, cuando el video violento se vuelve “normal” en el feed, cuando el rumor pesa más que un hecho, el crimen organizado ya ganó una parte de la batalla: la psicológica. Hoy ponemos sobre la mesa ese libreto y lo desarmamos con mirada de seguridad, sin maquillaje y con ejemplos que conectan con lo que muchos viven en América Latina y también fuera de ella.Hablamos de por qué no sirve gritar “necesitamos el sistema de Bukele” como si fuera una plantilla descargable: cada país tiene su propio mapa de pandillas, carteles, guerrillas, corrupción y fallas institucionales. A partir de ahí, recorremos cinco palancas que se repiten: el miedo como control social, la pobreza y el abandono como semillero de reclutamiento, la corrupción que pudre policías, jueces y políticos, la propaganda en redes que fabrica caos y desconfianza, y los sistemas débiles con leyes flojas y fronteras sin control que permiten que el crimen se mueva y se expanda.También aterrizamos en lo práctico: cómo no caer en el juego del “tú a tú” que alimenta a los operadores del ruido, por qué conviene guiarse por fuentes con trayectoria, y qué significa pensar la seguridad como un ecosistema que incluye educación, empleo, justicia efectiva y presencia del Estado. Cerramos con una idea incómoda pero necesaria: el manual busca dejarte indefenso, y entender tu derecho a proteger a tu familia forma parte de recuperar control y criterio.Si esto te hizo sentido, suscríbete, comparte el episodio con alguien que lo necesite y deja una reseña: ese apoyo ayuda a que más gente entienda el patrón y deje de caminar a ciegas.Support the showIG: https://www.instagram.com/joselcherrez/Fb: https://www.facebook.com/joselcherrez/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/JoseLCherrez/Twitter: https://twitter.com/joselcherrezWebSite: https://www.joselcherrez.com/ 

Santa Marta es una comunidad rural en el norte de El Salvador, que tiene un pasado y un presente de lucha campesina contra el extractivismo, el expolio y la explotación de los grandes terratenientes y de la rapiña de la industria minera.Lograron una Ley antiminería en todo el país, que ahora está amenazada con el gobierno de Bukele. Carne Cruda viaja hasta ahí en este documental sonoro de Andrea Olea y Álvaro Vega sobre resistencia popular en colaboración con la organización valenciana Perifèries del Món para contar la historia de Santa Marta y por qué es una grieta Santa el poder de Bukele. Escuchamos a activistas, exguerrilleros, comunicadoras, líderes comunitarias y expertos en el país y visitamos organizaciones locales y radios comunitarias. Más información aquí: https://www.eldiario.es/132_caf6db Haz posible Carne Cruda: carnecruda.es/hazte_productor/

Tudo que você precisa saber sobre a eleição na Colômbia | Rodrigo Vianna | Programa 20 MinutosNeste episódio do Programa 20 Minutos com Rodrigo Vianna, vamos mergulhar na turbulenta reta final da campanha colombiana. A primeira volta realizada no domingo passado terminou com a vitória surpreendente do ultradireitista Abelardo de la Espriella (43,74%), um "outsider" admirador de Trump e Bukele, que promete "mão de ferro" contra o crime organizado, deixando o esquerdista Iván Cepeda (40,90%) na segunda posição e forçando um segundo turno brutal para 21 de junho . O atual presidente Gustavo Petro, aliado de Cepeda, acionou o alerta vermelho ao recusar o reconhecimento do resultado, denunciando um suposto "fraude" massivo no software de contagem e no censo eleitoral, com diferenças de mais de 800 mil cédulas . No entanto, a Missão da União Europeia e observadores internacionais rejeitaram veementemente as alegações de manipulação, atestando a lisura e transparência do pleito. Rodrigo Vianna destrincha os números, as alianças de Paloma Valencia que podem dar a vitória à direita, e o que está em jogo para a América Latina neste que pode ser o fim do ciclo progressista no país .#EleiçõesColombia #Petro #RodrigoVianna #PolíticaInternacional #Programa20Minutos

El Salvador se mantiene como el país con la tasa de encarcelamiento más alta del mundo. Un cálculo de La Prensa Gráfica estima que hasta mayo de 2026 había 123,838 personas en prisión, equivalentes a 2,053 reclusos por cada 100 mil habitantes. Sin embargo, la magnitud y las condiciones de esta población carcelaria permanecen en la opacidad: la información penitenciaria está bajo reserva, lo que impide conocer datos básicos sobre las personas detenidas y dificulta el control judicial. Mientras el Gobierno destaca programas de rehabilitación, investigaciones periodísticas han documentado denuncias de abusos, torturas, muertes bajo custodia y redes de corrupción dentro de las cárceles.También abordamos el llamado de la ONU para la liberación inmediata del exalcalde de San Salvador, Ernesto Muyshondt, al concluir que su detención desde 2021 vulnera normas internacionales de derechos humanos. El organismo señaló la falta de una base legal suficiente para justificar su captura, posibles irregularidades en el proceso y una “detención en cadena” que habría prolongado indebidamente su encarcelamiento. Muyshondt, quien en el pasado fue aliado político de Nayib Bukele antes de distanciarse de él, cumple condenas por distintos delitos mientras enfrenta otros procesos judiciales.Además, analizamos el caso del abogado constitucionalista Enrique Anaya, quien cumplió un año en prisión. Organizaciones internacionales han expresado preocupación por presuntas vulneraciones a sus derechos, entre ellas restricciones para comunicarse con sus abogados y familiares. Anaya ha sido una de las voces más críticas del gobierno de Bukele: cuestionó la destitución de magistrados, la reelección presidencial y ha denunciado violaciones a los derechos humanos durante el régimen de excepción.Y en la Nota de Centroamérica hablamos de Guatemala, donde la Fiscalía retiró los cargos contra el periodista Alexander Valdéz y otros comunicadores vinculados a elPeriódico. Organizaciones defensoras de la libertad de prensa consideran esta decisión una señal de cambio tras años de persecución judicial contra periodistas, jueces y activistas. El Resumen es un podcast original de El Faro Audio. Apoya nuestro periodismo independiente ingresando a apoya.elfaro.net. Suscríbete a nuestro boletín semanal para recibir todas nuestras publicaciones. Únete a nuestro canal de WhatsApp para actualizaciones diarias de periodistas del equipo. Síguenos en Facebook, TikTok, Instagram y X.Este episodio fue grabado el viernes 12 de junio de 2026.

Evan Ellis discusses how a banking scandal involving Flavio Bolsonaro has impacted Brazilian polls, giving Lula da Silva a temporary lead. Meanwhile, El Salvador's President Bukele remains highly popular due to a dramatic security transformation that has revitalized urban life, despite international concerns regarding due process and human rights. (16)1920

SCHEDULE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 6-11-26.1900 BRUSSELSAnatol Lieven discusses NATO's top US commander, General Grynkewich, who states Russia is not looking for conflict despite European concerns about US military withdrawals. Lieven agrees, noting that the Russian army is bogged down in Ukraine, making a deliberate attack on NATO members like the Baltics appear militarily absurd. (1)Anatol Lieven examines rising anti-immigrant tensions in the United Kingdom, where violent demonstrations in Belfastand England highlight growing public anger toward sudden demographic changes and crimes allegedly committed by asylum seekers. Lieven suggests these tensions are politically explosive, potentially forcing a leadership change in the Labour Party if right-wing parties continue to gain ground. (2)Leila Philip discusses the ancient Algonquin legend of Great Beaver, an environmental parable about resource hoarding and the creation of the Connecticut River Valley. The story reflects traditional ecological knowledge, emphasizing the beaver's immense power to control the water cycle and shape resilient landscapes. (3)Cliff May argues that Qatar utilizes its vast energy wealth to buy influence through professional sports, media platforms like Al Jazeera, and university campuses. He argues these investments allow the state to manipulate Western academic discourse and hedge political bets while hosting major US military assets. (4)Jack Burnham discusses China and North Korea's strategic alignment, noting that Xi Jinping's festive visit to Pyongyang signals China's willingness to de-emphasize denuclearization in favor of regional stability and strategic balancing against the US. North Korea, now an "arsenal of tyranny," leverages its military experience from the Ukrainian front lines to strengthen its regime. (5)Jack Burnham examines the Pentagon's 1260H list, which identifies Chinese companies allegedly assisting the PRC's military-industrial base, signaling increased regulatory scrutiny for these entities. Burnham recommends streamlining government lists to prevent companies from exploiting gaps and advises retail investors of the national security risks these firms pose. (6)Andrea Ferrara describes using the James Webb Space Telescope to investigate a mysterious red light source initially thought to be the most distant galaxy. By observing luminosity changes over two years, he determined it is likely a rare pair-instability supernova, resulting from the explosion of a massive primordial star. (7)Andrea Ferrara proposes building a 40-meter telescope on the lunar surface to succeed the James Webb Space Telescope. This moon-based facility would avoid atmospheric interference, allowing scientists to directly detect the universe's first stars and resolve long-standing mysteries regarding the aftermath of the Big Bang. (8)Mickey Trescott explains that autoimmune diseases occur when the body's immune system attacks its own organs, a condition affecting a high percentage of women. The protocol is a diet and lifestyle experiment designed to help individuals identify personal triggers and manage their chronic health symptoms. (9)Mickey Trescott describes how the core autoimmune protocol involves a strict 30-to-90-day elimination phase removing common triggers like grains, dairy, and nightshades. This "detective work" calms the immune system, allowing patients to systematically reintroduce foods to discover which specific ingredients negatively impact their health. (10)Mickey Trescott introduces a modified autoimmune protocol that includes rice and coffee, making it more accessible and affordable than the core version. A successful transition requires tracking baseline symptoms and preparing the kitchen to handle the nutritional demands of the upcoming elimination and reintroduction phases. (11)Mickey Trescott emphasizes consuming nutrient-dense foods like bone broth and fatty fish to resolve inflammation and support the microbiome. During reintroduction, patients identify specific food "villains" by monitoring symptom flare-ups, ultimately empowering them to choose a diet that maintains their long-term vitality. (12)Evan Ellis discusses Bolivia's severe instability as blockades led by supporters of Evo Morales disrupt the capital's supply of food and oxygen. Morales is described as a dangerous figure using cocaine-related funds to destabilize the democratically elected government, posing a significant risk to regional US allies. (13)Evan Ellis highlights a razor-thin election in Peru between Keiko Fujimori and Roberto Sanchez, exposing deep national divisions over corruption and wealth distribution. The outcome is geopolitically significant, as China already maintains a massive foothold in Peru through control of critical infrastructure, including major ports, mines, and electricity. (14)Evan Ellis notes how public frustration with rising crime and President Petro's "total peace" plan has fueled the rise of hardline political candidates in Colombia. As the country grapples with internal conflict, many Colombians seek a "strong hand" to restore security, mirroring historical law-and-order movements seen in neighboring South Americannations. (15)Evan Ellis discusses how a banking scandal involving Flavio Bolsonaro has impacted Brazilian polls, giving Lula da Silva a temporary lead. Meanwhile, El Salvador's President Bukele remains highly popular due to a dramatic security transformation that has revitalized urban life, despite international concerns regarding due process and human rights. (16)Four name/term corrections: (1) Grinkovich → Grynkewich (General Alexus Grynkewich, current SACEUR) (2) Labor Party → Labour Party (UK spelling per house style) (3) Laya Philip → Leila Philip (the actual author of Beaverland) (6) 126H list → 1260H list (Section 1260H of the NDAA — the standard reference)

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What does it signify when Latino/Latinx artists perform on a global stage? And is representation and visibility ever enough? This episode digs into one performance that dominated cultural conversation this past spring: Colombian pop star, Karol G, was the first Latina to headline Coachella, but her set came with a mix of celebration and critique. This week Diosa and Mala dig into the cost of visibility for Latino/Latinx artists. Do these artists owe us political activism? And what does it signify when they don't meet that need? Tune in to find out! Sources: Karol G Wants to Speak Out More About ICE, but People Warn Her Not To Los Hermanos Flores used Coachella for Bukele propaganda Controversy surrounds Mariachi Reyna de Los Ángeles after performing with Karol G at Coachella The Deal Amber Frias for NBCLA Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode explores the complex security and political landscape of El Salvador under President Nayib Bukele, featuring insights from expert José Salguero. We discuss the history of gang violence, the security policies implemented, and the implications for democracy and regional influence.Nayib Bukele's rise to power was marked by promises of security and stability. However, as Salguero points out, the current security situation cannot be attributed solely to Bukele's policies. Instead, it is a culmination of various factors, including previous government actions and historical trends.Looking ahead, the question remains: will El Salvador ever exit this state of exception? Salguero suggests that the historical context reveals a pattern in which authoritarian regimes maintain power by manipulating public fear and securing compliance through promises of stability.Hailing from El Salvador, José Salguero is a PhD candidate at the Philipps University of Marburg, a Development Economist and Peace and Security Researcher.Follow LatinNews for  analysis on economic, political, and security developments in Latin America & the Caribbean. Twitter: @latinnewslondonLinkedIn: Latin American NewslettersFacebook: @latinnews1967For more insightful, expert-led analysis on Latin America's political and economic landscape, read our reports for free with a 14-day trial. Get full access to our entire portfolio.

El gobierno de Bukele presentó a 48 estudiantes y exestudiantes capturados en 2025 como integrantes de una nueva pandilla llamada La Raza. El Faro accedió al expediente completo del caso. En esta serie de tres episodios revelamos cómo se construyó la acusación que hoy los mantiene presos.

"Desde la entrada en vigor del régimen de excepción, en 2022, casi cien mil personas han sido detenidas. No pueden ser visitadas por familiares ni abogados (salvo que paguen a los custodios para verlos unos minutos, en el esquema de corrupción surgido del régimen); no tienen derecho a la legítima defensa y son juzgadas en audiencias masivas. Más de 500 personas han muerto en las cárceles de Bukele, muchos con signos de tortura y enterrados en secreto por el Estado. "

Una embarazada pasó hambre durante seis meses para llevar un paquete a su esposo a la cárcel de Mariona, sin saber que el Estado lo había enterrado en una fosa común. A un enfermo de insuficiencia renal, víctima de las pandillas, lo encarcelaron, falleció y lo sepultaron en una fosa sin avisarle a su familia. El Estado bloqueó la entrega de medicina para un discapacitado intelectual en Mariona, murió y lo enterraron en una fosa. El juez pidió investigar esa muerte dos años después de la exhumación.

A Costa Rica, historicamente conhecida como a "Suíça da América Central" por sua estabilidade democrática e ausência de forças armadas, enfrenta hoje a maior crise de segurança de sua história. Entre 2024 e 2025, o avanço do narcotráfico e a guerra entre cartéis pelos portos do Caribe levaram a violência no país a níveis assustadores. Diante do clamor popular por ordem, a recém-eleita presidente conservadora, Laura Fernández, assumiu o poder em 2026 com um plano claro e implacável: tolerância zero contra o crime organizado. Fortemente inspirada pelo presidente de El Salvador, Nayib Bukele, Fernández anunciou a construção do CACCO (Centro de Alta Contenção do Crime Organizado), um megapresídio feito para neutralizar as facções. Neste vídeo da Brasil Paralelo, investigamos quem é Laura Fernández, como a nação mais próspera da região foi encurralada pelo crime e se a implementação do "modelo Bukele" poderá salvar a Costa Rica sem comprometer suas sólidas garantias constitucionais. O plano linha dura dará certo?

En este episodio analizamos cómo el acceso a la información patrimonial de los funcionarios en El Salvador permaneció restringido desde las reformas impulsadas por el gobierno de Nayib Bukele en 2020, que declararon confidenciales las declaraciones financieras y patrimoniales de los funcionarios públicos. Aunque recientemente el Ministerio de Hacienda publicó información sobre los patrimonios de funcionarios y sus familias —incluido el del presidente Bukele, cuyo patrimonio líquido pasó de $2.21 millones en 2018 a $4.46 millones en 2025— los datos divulgados son limitados y no permiten verificar el origen ni el detalle de los bienes reportados.También hablamos sobre el programa “Dos Escuelas por Día”, impulsado por el Gobierno en 2025 y ejecutado en gran parte por privados de libertad del programa “Cero Ocio”. Una investigación de La Prensa Gráfica revela que las escuelas remodeladas por Centros Penales cuestan en promedio el doble por metro cuadrado que las construidas directamente por el Ministerio de Educación. Además, abordamos la preocupación del sector transporte por el aumento en el precio de los combustibles y una investigación de Redacción Regional sobre contratos estatales vinculados a Starkey, una marca de aparatos auditivos representada en El Salvador por Carla Rodríguez de Rondeau, hermana de la primera dama Gabriela de Bukele.Y en la Nota de Centroamerica revisamos un informe del Mecanismo Nacional de Prevención de la Tortura de Costa Rica sobre el trato recibido por 200 personas deportadas desde Estados Unidos en 2025 bajo acuerdos migratorios entre la administración Trump y el gobierno costarricense. El Resumen es un podcast original de El Faro Audio. Apoya nuestro periodismo independiente ingresando a apoya.elfaro.net. Suscríbete a nuestro boletín semanal para recibir todas nuestras publicaciones. Únete a nuestro canal de WhatsApp para actualizaciones diarias de periodistas del equipo. Síguenos en Facebook, TikTok, Instagram y X.Este episodio fue grabado el viernes 29 de mayo de 2026.

Si la gestión pública se reduce a la degradación del contrario y lo convierte en objetivo a destruir, se desmantela el contrato social que permite la convivencia en la diferencia.

En el episodio de hoy charlaremos con Herbert Esmahan sobre la evolución que ha tenido El Salvador con Nayib Bukele.

Una nuova ricerca mette in discussione il concetto di uscita unilaterale quando si parla di Lightning Network. È davvero la caratteristica fondamentale di un layer 2? Quanto è importante la determinazione del rischio nella scelta del design di un protocollo?Inoltre: elegantissima implementazione di Bitcoin in Kenya, Saifedean Ammous definisce Milei dannoso per Bitcoin, un nuovo documentario dimostra come El Salvador non sia il bitcoin country, e Loupe è una prima difesa contro gli attacchi con gli LLM, It's showtime!

La abogada y exjefa Anticorrupción de Cristosal, Ruth López, crítica del gobierno de Nayib Bukele, cumple un año en prisión sin que la Fiscalía haya presentado pruebas ni celebrado audiencia. Reportaje de Celia Pousset, enviada especial de RFI a El Salvador. La exjefa Anticorrupción de la ONG Cristosal, la abogada Ruth López, quien ha denunciado los abusos del gobierno de Bukele, sigue presa un año después de haber sido detenida por la policía salvadoreña. La Fiscalía la acusa de enriquecimiento ilícito, pero no ha presentado pruebas ni ha organizado una audiencia. Entrevista con el director legal de la organización Cristosal, Abraham Ábrego, realizada por Celia Pousset, enviada especial de RFI a El Salvador. El 18 de mayo de 2025, la policía salvadoreña capturó a la abogada y defensora de derechos humanos Ruth López. En ese momento, según una grabación, ella les dijo a los funcionarios: "Tengan decencia. Esto un día se va a acabar. Ustedes no se pueden prestar a esto. De verdad se los digo". Hoy cumple un año en las cárceles del gobierno de Bukele. Su caso está bajo reserva total. Se desconocen las condiciones en que se encuentra la exjefa Anticorrupción de la ONG Cristosal. "Ruth está bajo un esquema de incomunicación, con restricción de visitas familiares y de abogados", explica a RFI el director legal de esa organización, Abraham Ábrego. Enfrenta un sistema de justicia cooptado por el poder ejecutivo, donde las garantías de defensa son casi inexistentes. "No solo Ruth, sino cualquiera, en este sistema, para probar su inocencia, necesita tener una audiencia ante un juez para tener la oportunidad de mostrar su defensa. Esto no se ha dado. El equipo de abogados está documentando para demostrar que es falso lo que se le acusa", añadió Abraham Ábrego. Los policías llegaron a la casa de la abogada con el pretexto de que estaba involucrada en un accidente de tránsito. Luego fue detenida por el delito de malversación de fondos públicos. Ahora, sin embargo, la acusación es por enriquecimiento ilícito. En las calles de San Salvador, pocas personas se atreven a hablar de este caso. Óscar, de 33 años, acepta opinar. "Ellos se declaran como perseguidos o presos políticos. Pero al final creo que hubo una investigación y, si hay un debido proceso y se encuentra a alguien culpable, tampoco podríamos decir que está mal", manifestó. Pero, para Francisco Lira, diputado de oposición, la persecución política de voces disidentes es una realidad: "Lo único que hizo esta defensora de derechos humanos fue señalar todos los actos de corrupción, defender a esas personas humildes. Lleva un año sin tener un juicio justo, un año durante el cual la Fiscalía General de la República no ha presentado pruebas". El equipo de Ruth López documentó diez casos de corrupción del gobierno de Bukele. Tras la captura, la ONG Cristosal cerró sus operaciones en el país.

La abogada y exjefa Anticorrupción de Cristosal, Ruth López, crítica del gobierno de Nayib Bukele, cumple un año en prisión sin que la Fiscalía haya presentado pruebas ni celebrado audiencia. Reportaje de Celia Pousset, enviada especial de RFI a El Salvador. La exjefa Anticorrupción de la ONG Cristosal, la abogada Ruth López, quien ha denunciado los abusos del gobierno de Bukele, sigue presa un año después de haber sido detenida por la policía salvadoreña. La Fiscalía la acusa de enriquecimiento ilícito, pero no ha presentado pruebas ni ha organizado una audiencia. Entrevista con el director legal de la organización Cristosal, Abraham Ábrego, realizada por Celia Pousset, enviada especial de RFI a El Salvador. El 18 de mayo de 2025, la policía salvadoreña capturó a la abogada y defensora de derechos humanos Ruth López. En ese momento, según una grabación, ella les dijo a los funcionarios: "Tengan decencia. Esto un día se va a acabar. Ustedes no se pueden prestar a esto. De verdad se los digo". Hoy cumple un año en las cárceles del gobierno de Bukele. Su caso está bajo reserva total. Se desconocen las condiciones en que se encuentra la exjefa Anticorrupción de la ONG Cristosal. "Ruth está bajo un esquema de incomunicación, con restricción de visitas familiares y de abogados", explica a RFI el director legal de esa organización, Abraham Ábrego. Enfrenta un sistema de justicia cooptado por el poder ejecutivo, donde las garantías de defensa son casi inexistentes. "No solo Ruth, sino cualquiera, en este sistema, para probar su inocencia, necesita tener una audiencia ante un juez para tener la oportunidad de mostrar su defensa. Esto no se ha dado. El equipo de abogados está documentando para demostrar que es falso lo que se le acusa", añadió Abraham Ábrego. Los policías llegaron a la casa de la abogada con el pretexto de que estaba involucrada en un accidente de tránsito. Luego fue detenida por el delito de malversación de fondos públicos. Ahora, sin embargo, la acusación es por enriquecimiento ilícito. En las calles de San Salvador, pocas personas se atreven a hablar de este caso. Óscar, de 33 años, acepta opinar. "Ellos se declaran como perseguidos o presos políticos. Pero al final creo que hubo una investigación y, si hay un debido proceso y se encuentra a alguien culpable, tampoco podríamos decir que está mal", manifestó. Pero, para Francisco Lira, diputado de oposición, la persecución política de voces disidentes es una realidad: "Lo único que hizo esta defensora de derechos humanos fue señalar todos los actos de corrupción, defender a esas personas humildes. Lleva un año sin tener un juicio justo, un año durante el cual la Fiscalía General de la República no ha presentado pruebas". El equipo de Ruth López documentó diez casos de corrupción del gobierno de Bukele. Tras la captura, la ONG Cristosal cerró sus operaciones en el país.

Ralph speaks to Dr. Marina Nord of the V-Dem Institute about this year's V-Dem Democracy Report and how the Trump Administration is dismantling democracy in the US. Then, Ralph welcomes Dr. Ralph Estes to discuss corporations' shady accounting practices.Dr. Marina Nord is a postdoctoral research fellow at the V-Dem Institute. She is co-author of V-Dem's Democracy Report 2026: “Unraveling The Democratic Era?”.Only six countries during the 21st century have registered larger one-year drops on the aggregate Liberal Democracy Index [than the United States] —and all of them are coups. If you look at the last almost 250 years (so for which we have data going back to 1789), there were only thirty-five instances of more rapid dismantling of democracy—almost all of them were either military coups or international interventions.Dr. Marina NordWe do not measure [Trump's] words. We measure how institutions function de facto. And what is a lot more important for us is not only what he says, but how other institutions (checks and balances) function to constrain him. And one of the things that we see, for example, is that Congress is not constraining him in any way. And this is very, very serious, because if you have a President who violates the law, who violates the Constitution, you should have the judiciary who stand up, the Supreme Court who should stand up to protect the Constitution. You should have the Congress who is not allowed to [abdicate power to the executive]. And this is something that is very, very concerning, a lot more concerning than what Trump is saying. What I find a lot more concerning is that there are no checks and balances to constrain him.Dr. Marina NordWhen looking at the data, we also looked at the countries who managed to stop autocrats similar to Trump. And we tried to analyze which factors contributed to stopping democratic backsliding and turning it around. So research shows that, of course, there is no single recipe, but there are several combinations of factors that may help. One of them is: use whatever institutional safeguards that you still have in the United States…The second thing that we know that still works quite well is robust societal action. And by that we mean not only demonstrations similar to the No Kings protests, but sustained protests, mass pro-democracy protests…And then, of course, one of the things that still should be a possibility to turn things around is the midterm elections.Dr. Marina NordDr. Ralph Estes is Emeritus professor of business and accounting at American University in Washington, D.C., co-founder and vice president of The Center for Advancement of Public Policy, and Emeritus Trustee at the Institute for Policy Studies. He is the author of several books, including Tyranny of the Bottom Line: Why Corporations Make Good People Do Bad Things and Fight the Corpocracy, Take Back Democracy: A Mad As Hell Guide for the 99%.The public has no way of fairly evaluating a corporation except through the press, what it sees in corporate press releases and their claims about being, for example, environmentally responsible and very favorable to customers. And there are no measures on that. Corporation doesn't give us any. Corporation produces a set of financial statements. You won't know how relevant those financial statements are to you and me. They're not relevant at all… In terms of social performance, there's nothing in the corporate reports, the formal reports, that is reliable. Again, you're stuck with what the corporation claims or what the politicians who are lobbying for contributions will admit corporations do… But this is a problem. If the corporation doesn't report it, if the citizens don't know about it, the politicians can try to do something, but they have to start from scratch.Dr. Ralph EstesNews 5/15/26* We begin this week with a bombshell story from Latin America. This week, El País broke what they are calling “Hondurasgate,” an expose centering on leaked audio recordings of conversations between President Donald Trump, Argentinian President Javier Milei and former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández – who was convicted and sentenced to 45 years in prison on drug trafficking charges in the U.S. but pardoned by Trump last year. In these leaked recordings, the three current and former heads of state discuss the creation of a “channel of spreading fake news with the intention of misinforming and destabilizing” Leftist governments in the region, including those of Gustavo Petro in Colombia and Claudia Sheinbaum in Mexico. According to this report, the leaks reveal the involvement of another world leader – Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu – in the decision to pardon Hernández. El País writes the leaks prove the pardoning of Hernández was “not a gesture of clemency, but the down payment of a broader agreement.” Expect more damning information to come out as more recordings are unearthed, even if so far the American media has largely blacked out this stunning story.* At the same time the Trump administration is seeking to subtly undermine governments like Mexico's, they are executing considerably less subtle covert operations there as well. On March 28th, an explosion blew up the car of alleged narco Francisco Beltran just outside Mexico City. CNN now reports that, while “Mexican authorities have maintained extreme secrecy around the explosion,” multiple sources confirm that this was “a targeted assassination,” carried out by the CIA. Not only that, this operation is reportedly just one of several assassinations carried out by the CIA against rank-and-file cartel members on foreign soil which began last year. Troublingly, CNN notes these operations could be illegal under Mexican law, which prohibits foreign agents from participating in law enforcement operations without the express permission of the federal government. Omar Garcia Harfuch, Mexico's Secretary of Security released a statement indicating that the Mexican government has not granted any such permission, writing “The Government of Mexico categorically rejects any version that seeks to normalize, justify, or suggest the existence of lethal, covert, or unilateral operations by foreign agencies on national territory.”* One ironic aspect of the joint right-wing destabilization effort and CIA covert operations campaign both currently underway in Mexico is the fact that the Sheinbaum government has affected a stunning reduction in murders throughout the country. According to Mexico Solidarity Media, the daily average of intentional homicides has been reduced by 40% between the beginning of the Sheinbaum administration in October 2024 and April 30, 2026, with that last month hitting the lowest level in over a decade – comparable in fact to the United States. We can only hope that Sheinbaum is able to stay the course and continue to drive down the murder rate while simultaneously avoiding the destabilization campaigns being waged against her government.* In Colombia, another state targeted in the Hondurasgate plot, Ivan Cepeda continues to consolidate progressive forces in that country ahead of the presidential election, aiming for a first round victory. This week, Luis Gilberto Murillo, a center-left presidential candidate, dropped out and endorsed Cepeda. While Murillo never rose very high in the polls, he has held high positions in the Colombian government – including Minister of Environment and governor of the department of Choco as well as Colombia's ambassador to the United States and later foreign minister under Gustavo Petro.Colombia One notes that this is the second such withdrawal in recent weeks, with Senator Clara López doing the same, indicating a serious intention among the progressive forces in Colombia to stave off a second round of the presidential election, which could see the right-wing consolidate against Cepeda in a way they have thus far been unable to do ahead of the first round.* Meanwhile, El Salvador's Nayib Bukele, a standard bearer for the Latin American Right and a close ally of President Trump, is mired in a new scandal involving his dealings with the MS-13 gang and his ensuing attempts to silence the press. According to PBS, last month the Salvadoran outlet El Faro, in conjunction with PBS FRONTLINE released a documentary titled The Deal: Trump, Bukele & the Gangs of El Salvador, which “uncovered evidence that Bukele's administration had offered privileges to gang leaders in prison in exchange for a reduction in homicides and voter support in territories the gangs controlled.” Now, in retaliation for publishing this story, Bukele has reportedly “frozen the personal assets of two of [El Faro's] shareholders,” including editor-in-chief Carlos Dada who said in a press conference that “These are not fiscal measures…They are political measures trying to silence us.” This article notes that the facts presented in The Deal are particularly damning to Bukele, because of his public claims that he “would never negotiate with gangs” because it would grant them legitimacy. Just as it is ironic that the Trump administration is seeking to destabilize the Mexican government while it dramatically reduces murders, so too is it ironic that it is seeking to bolster the Bukele regime even as it carries out secretive deals with the very gangs the U.S. claims to be fighting.* In a wholly different part of the world, the centrist Labour Party government of Keir Starmer in the UK is teetering on the brink of collapse. Starmer's popularity has been declining precipitously ever since he entered office, but the crisis of confidence from within his own party accelerated after the disastrous results of the May 7th local elections. Now, according to CNN, over 100 members of his party in Parliament are calling for him to resign, but the only way to trigger a leadership challenge is for at least 81 Labour MPs to coalesce around a single challenger – and as yet, none have crossed that threshold. Starmer himself has refused to stand down, challenging any other claimants to come forward. Health Secretary Wes Streeting has come the closest to openly challenging Starmer, even resigning his post in the government but stopping short of formally announcing a leadership challenge, the BBC reports. For now, Starmer continues to cling to power but each day could be his last at No. 10.* Turning to American foreign policy news, this week the Senate voted down yet another War Powers Resolution on Iran – the seventh such attempt since the war began in late February. What is notable about this resolution is that it won the support of the most GOP Senators yet – Rand Paul of Kentucky, Susan Collins of Maine and Lisa Murkowski of Alaska – yet still failed by a margin of 50-49 because Democratic Senator John Fetterman of Pennsylvania crossed party lines to vote against the resolution. This from CBS. Even with Fetterman's disloyalty, this vote is significant for the number of Republicans who broke ranks, perhaps indicating a growing unease with the war and particularly its impact on the price of consumer goods, beginning with gasoline and cascading from there.* In more congressional news, Southern states are scrambling to act in the wake of the Callais decision. In South Carolina and Mississippi, state officials have rejected attempts to call special sessions to redraw congressional maps before this year's midterms. But, NPR reports Alabama is moving towards a new map that, like Louisiana, will likely include just one single largely Black, Democratic-leaning congressional district. However, even though some of these states are holding off on redrawing these districts today, it does not mean those districts will be safe tomorrow. And in Tennessee, where the legislature is moving ahead with a plan to do away with the state's majority Black 9th congressional district in a special session – resulting in a revolt by Democrats in the legislature – the Republicans are retaliating by stripping all Democrats from their standing committee seats for “creating disorder,” per StateAffairs.com. Expect this process to get more contentious, and plain uglier, as it grinds ahead.* Next, a story in Fortune highlights the cost of data center construction. According to this story, the nearly 50,000 permanent residents of the California ski resort town of Lake Tahoe – which regularly attracts 25 to 28 million visitors annually – will soon be disconnected from their traditional power source, NV Energy. NV supplies the power to Liberty Utilities, which services the area directly, and NV has informed Liberty that it will stop providing power after May 2027. That power will instead be redirected to data centers, leaving Liberty Utilities less than a year to find another power source. This story notes that “Northern Nevada has become one of the fastest-growing data-center corridors in the country,” with Google, Apple, and Microsoft all having built or planning to build facilities in the area. Gallingly, just last fall NV Energy's director of business development said the company was “eager to serve the new industrial load” but that it would not “impact [their] existing customer base.” This is a troubling preview of what may come as data center expansion continues unchecked.* Finally, in a story that proves once again that corporate greed knows no limits, the Lever is out with a new report on a class-action lawsuit by consumers against “private equity-backed bowling giant Bowlero.” According to the Lever, the suit accuses Bowlero of executing a “‘multi-year anticompetitive scheme to consolidate bowling centers,' which has led to skyrocketing bowling prices, deteriorating lanes, and ‘the veritable destruction of the decades-old pastime of bowling in America.'” The numbers back up this narrative. Bowlero, which had just six locations in 2012, has exploded to 350 today. The company is said to control roughly 35 percent of U.S. bowling revenue – and 95% of all lanes in some markets – as well as acquiring the Professional Bowling Association itself. As with any monopoly, once it had cornered the market Bowlero proceeded to jack up prices, even using AI to do so algorithmically. In a sense, this is a story we have all heard too many times to be surprised, but we can still be shocked by the base greed of corporate executives, even in something as seemingly anodyne as the bowling industry.This has been Francesco DeSantis, with In Case You Haven't Heard. Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe

Explore how James McBride (@cnasalvador) is building El Salvador's sovereign aviation infrastructure. From ferrying a helicopter 3,000 miles to launching the first Bitcoin-friendly air taxi, learn how Cielo Norte Aviacion is decentralizing the skies and skipping fiat traffic jams.National sovereignty depends on more than just a digital currency because citizens remain limited by crumbling fiat infrastructure and exhausting traffic jams. In this episode, James McBride argues that freedom requires the physical infrastructure to move as fast as Bitcoin. By launching Cielo Norte Aviacion, James is betting that the future of the Salvadoran Citadel depends on decentralizing the skies to allow for a level of mobility that was previously impossible in Central America.The journey to establish this vision involved a literal trial by fire that started with a grueling international flight from Northern Ontario. James recounts the logistics of ferrying a helicopter 3,000 miles across borders while navigating the shifting regulations of multiple countries and searching for jet fuel in remote regions. This story of grit and proof of work highlights the massive physical effort required to build a new business in the Bitcoin nation and describes the immense relief he felt when the aircraft finally touched down on Salvadoran soil.As James reaches the finish line of his AAC certification, he is preparing to launch a high speed air taxi service that changes the last mile logistics of El Salvador. His fleet offers private charters that reach world class surf breaks like Punta Mango in under thirty minutes so that travelers can bypass the nightmare traffic of San Salvador. This initiative creates a functional network that connects the most remote and beautiful locations in the country to the economic heart of the city.The business expansion includes a clear roadmap for industrial and government support alongside tourism. By utilizing aerial surveying and Lidar technology, Cielo Norte facilitates mining operations and infrastructure planning with a level of precision and speed that drones cannot match. This technical edge and the future addition of fixed-wing aircraft for cargo position the company to become the backbone of Salvadoran industry and a critical pillar of the economic rebirth of the country.James also shares a behind the scenes look at his private meeting with President Bukele where he pitched the vision of making El Salvador the aviation hub of Latin America. This comprehensive family approach spanning from Bitcoin exchanges to the skies reflects a unique moment in history where entrepreneurs are actively building the world they want to live in. Whether you are a pilot interested in technical flight rules or a Bitcoiner looking for the next frontier of growth, this episode demonstrates that the sky is no longer the limit in El Salvador.—Bitcoin Beach TeamConnect and Learn more about James McBrideX (Company): https://x.com/cnasalvadorWeb: https://www.cielonorteaviacion.com/IG: https://www.instagram.com/cielonorteaviacion/WhatsApp (Business Line): +503 7745 8200 Support and follow Bitcoin Beach:X: https://www.twitter.com/BitcoinBeachIG: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoinbeach_sv TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@livefrombitcoinbeach Web: https://www.bitcoinbeach.com Browse through this quick guide to learn more about the episode:00:00 Intro01:13 Why the McBride family moved their business to El Salvador02:48 Scaling a Canadian mining airline into a Salvadoran charter04:12 Flying a helicopter 3,000 miles from Canada to El Salvador06:15 How air taxis solve the San Salvador traffic nightmare11:51 Navigating 10,000-foot mountain ranges under VFR rules13:38 Why El Salvador's geography is perfect for helicopters16:02 Using Lidar aerial surveying for mining andLive From Bitcoin Beach

On March 31, El Salvador's Decree 531 cut the temporary residency presence requirement from 9 months to just 90 days a year – yet also tightened the rules for keeping Salvadoran citizenship once you have it. In this video, you'll learn what President Bukele changed, the three most popular routes into the country, and why one industry insider says President Bukele is running the UAE's playbook.Read the full analysis here.Access a suite of powerful tools and the world's #1 private investor community as an IMI Sovereign. Use code SOV10 for 10% off your first month.

Este episodio explora el aumento de denuncias sobre represalias contra el movimiento sindical en El Salvador durante el gobierno de Nayib Bukele. Para líderes sindicales y trabajadores organizados en el país, denunciar precariedad, falta de recursos o posibles irregularidades puede significar enfrentar amenazas, persecución o incluso la pérdida de sus empleos.A un año de la captura de la abogada anticorrupción Ruth López, la CIDH pidió al Estado salvadoreño garantizar sus derechos básicos mientras el Gobierno busca mantener bajo reserva cómo responderá a esas medidas internacionales. También retomamos la carta que Amnistía Internacional envió a Gabriela de Bukele para pedir un canal de diálogo con las madres de personas detenidas bajo el régimen de excepción. Hablamos además del caos en Los Chorros, también en mayo 2025,  una semana de transporte gratuito que terminó costando $12.6 millones al Estado, capturas arbitrarias de empresarios y la muerte bajo custodia de un transportista. Y cerramos con la investigación sobre la negociación de un software de espionaje “mejor que Pegasus”, en un país donde periodistas y activistas ya fueron intervenidos antes.El Resumen es un podcast original de El Faro Audio. Apoya nuestro periodismo independiente ingresando a apoya.elfaro.net. Suscríbete a nuestro boletín semanal para recibir todas nuestras publicaciones. Únete a nuestro canal de WhatsApp para actualizaciones diarias de periodistas del equipo. Síguenos en Facebook, TikTok, Instagram y X.Este episodio fue grabado el viernes 8 de mayo de 2026.

Lucas Ferrugem é cofundador e CEO da Brasil Paralelo, onde atua como diretor e produtor de documentários focados em história e política. Graduado pela ESPM e com formação executiva em Harvard, ele lidera a maior plataforma de streaming conservadora do país.

George McBride (@georgemcbride_ ) and SatStreet facilitate Bitcoin OTC trading and asset management for family offices moving to El Salvador's Bitcoin legal tender economy.Is your home country a fortress for your wealth, or is it a high-tax cage waiting to be locked by the legacy regime? George McBride from SatStreet joins the show to discuss why his family decided to exit Canada and go all-in on El Salvador. We dive into the "Flag in the Sand" moment when President Bukele declared Bitcoin as legal tender, signaling to the world that this jurisdiction is the only true sanctuary for those seeking absolute financial sovereignty.For the family office or high-net-worth Bitcoiner, the biggest hurdle to exiting the fiat system has always been the friction of legacy banking. George explains how SatStreet provides the deep liquidity and white-glove otc trading services needed to move $50k to $100M+ into the country without the typical delays. If you are looking to acquire beachfront property or shift your asset management strategy to a pro-Bitcoin jurisdiction, having a partner who understands the local banking rails is the difference between a smooth transition and a compliance nightmare.We also explore why foreign investment is currently flooding into the region, moving beyond just retail hype into institutional adoption. George breaks down how the country's digital assets regulatory framework is outperforming the restrictive attitude of Western regulators. By building infrastructure and professionalizing the space, builders are proving that El Salvador is no longer an experiment but a global leader in capital efficiency.The conversation gets practical for those planning their own exit strategy, specifically regarding the Land Cruiser problem. While the country is a pioneer, many local sellers still operate in the dark ages and demand dollars. George details how SatStreet acts as the bridge, allowing you to use your Bitcoin for large purchases like vehicles or land while the seller receives the fiat they are accustomed to. It is the necessary bridge to hyperbitcoinization that allows you to live the lifestyle today.Finally, George shares details of his hour-long meeting with President Bukele and why the self-filtering mechanism of this country is its greatest strength. El Salvador is looking for the entrepreneurs and builders who are fed up with the status quo. If you are ready to stop being a spectator and start contributing to the most important economic shift in a generation, this episode is your roadmap for making the move.—Bitcoin Beach TeamConnect and Learn more about George McBrideX: https://x.com/georgemcbride_X (SatStreet SV): https://x.com/SatstreetSVX: (SatStreet, Parent Company): https://x.com/SatstreetWeb: https://www.satstreet.sv/Support and follow Bitcoin Beach:X: https://www.twitter.com/BitcoinBeach IG: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoinbeach_sv TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@livefrombitcoinbeach Web: https://www.bitcoinbeach.com Browse through this quick guide to learn more about the episode:00:00 Intro01:59 How to exit Canada and move your family to El Salvador in 2026?09:39 How does a Bitcoin OTC desk facilitate institutional liquidity for expats?15:35 How to move large Bitcoin amounts into El Salvador banks without rejections?19:14 Why are El Salvador's wealthiest families finally adopting a Bitcoin standard?22:30 Is El Salvador the world's best investor paradise for Bitcoiners in 2026?28:30 Can you buy a Toyota Land Cruiser with Bitcoin in El Salvador today?31:25 How does the new Bitcoin real estate escrow work for foreign buyers?35:04 Why is El Salvador's DASP framework better for Bitcoin businesses than the West?46:00 What is the insider truth about President Bukele's Bitcoin strategyLive From Bitcoin Beach

Mayo 2025. El mes más represivo en la historia del bukelismo inició con un caos en la carretera de Los Chorros, las revelaciones de dos cabecillas pandilleros que pactaron con Bukele y las protestas de una comunidad. El oficialismo intentó contener las críticas con una semana de pasaje gratis que costó $12.6 millones. Al no recuperar el control de la narrativa, el Gobierno encarceló a activistas, aprobó la Ley de Agentes Extranjeros y forzó el exilio a medio centenar de periodistas.

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened down 48-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 41,886 on turnover of $11-billion N-T. The market continued to rally on Thursday - with the main board briefly surpassing the 42,000-point mark for the first time to hit yet another new intraday high, as investors were buoyed by hopes the Strait of Hormuz will soon reopen to shipping. Government seeking separate, tougher penalties for drug driving Transport Minister Chen Shih-kai says the government is considering treating drug-impaired driving as a distinct offense separate from drunk driving - potentially leading to harsher penalties. According to Chen, officials from the transport and interior ministries are scheduled to meet next Monday to discuss possible amendments to current laws, including tougher penalties and joint liability provisions for drug-impaired driving. Chen says while drug use itself is already a criminal offense, driving a vehicle under the influence of narcotics - especially when it results in injury or death - should carry tougher penalties than drunk driving. The statements come amid growing concern over a recent spate of (一連串) serious traffic accidents involving drivers under the influence of narcotics. Those incidents include a drug-driving crash on May 4 that resulted in the deaths two people. Several lawmakers have voiced their support for criminal liability for drug driving to be made different from that for drunk driving. Iran Creates Gov Agency to Control Tax Vessels in Strait Iran has created a government agency to control and tax vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz. That's according to the shipping data company Lloyd's List Intelligence, which reported the move Thursday. The Iranian effort to formalize control over the channel raised new concerns about international shipping as hundreds of commercial ships remained bottled up (圍困，困住) in the Persian Gulf, unable to reach the open sea. A spokesperson for Iran's Foreign Ministry said officials in Tehran are still reviewing messages from Pakistan, which is mediating peace proposals between the Islamic Republic with the U.S. Court strikes down Trump 10% global tariffs A US federal trade court has struck down President Donald Trump's global 10% tariff, declaring it illegal. The White House imposed (強制實行,) the rate in February after the Supreme Court ruled against the administration's Liberation Day tariffs. Nick Harper reports from Washington. El Salvador News Outlet Assets Froze Salvadoran investigative news outlet El Faro has announced that its members' assets have been frozen. The outlet on Thursday accused the government of President Nayib Bukele of escalating political persecution. El Faro has clashed (不相容，相牴觸) with Bukele over its investigations into corruption, including alleged negotiations with gangs. Bukele, who came to power in 2019 on an anti-corruption platform, has faced criticism for cracking down on dissent. The outlet learned of the asset freeze through a bank and property registry. El Faro has been audited (查賬目) since 2020 over alleged tax evasion, which it denies. Many of its members now live in exile. That was the I.C.R.T. EZ News, I'm _____. －－－－以下為 SoundOn 動態廣告－－－－ 單身租屋族有機會免繳稅？ 幼兒、長照扣除額有感大升級 《十樂不設

In collaboration with the Salvadoran news outlet El Faro, FRONTLINE examines the deal between presidents Donald Trump and Nayib Bukele to hold U.S. deportees at CECOT and what each leader stood to gain.

La guerre impitoyable du président Nayib Bukele contre les gangs a fait chuter drastiquement la violence au Salvador, au prix de violations des droits humains. L'auto-proclamé "dictateur le plus cool du monde" bénéficie d'une popularité record, mais peut-on encore s'opposer au président Bukele ?

Is Bukele a dictator, or is he simply executing the mandate of a population that was previously held hostage by gang violence and state corruption?Joe Nakamoto joins me to separate the propaganda from the facts surrounding the first nation to adopt Bitcoin as legal tender. We examine the on-the-ground truth of what happens when a nation opts out of the broken fiat system and bets on a sovereign future.Moving beyond the headlines, we break down what a functional circular economy looks like. From El Zonte to Livingstone, Zambia, the goal is radical independence, building economic growth from the bottom up. We explore how merchants, farmers, and tourists are keeping value within their own communities instead of leaking it to centralized intermediaries, creating tangible wealth where credit cards and banks were never an option.The conversation inevitably turns to President Bukele and the tension between safety and state power. It is a complex situation that forces us to reconcile our comfortable Western ideals of governance with the raw, utilitarian needs of a developing nation that is finally feeling secure for the first time in generations.We also pull no punches on the surveillance state. With the rise of strict KYC requirements, the core promise of decentralization is under constant threat. Joe and I discuss why Bitcoin companies have a moral obligation to push back against regulatory capture. Relying on peer-to-peer solutions is the only way to avoid the trap of a segmented, compliant financial system that destroys the privacy that makes Bitcoin valuable in the first place.Finally, we talk about the mental leap required to fully embrace this change. The lightning network has made fast and cheap transactions possible, but the transformation happens in the mind. We discuss the difficult process of unlearning fiat habits and training ourselves to price our labor, our time, and our future in satoshis. If you are ready to stop watching the tickers and start participating in the revolution, this conversation is for you. Subscribe for more, share this with a friend, and let us know if you would move to El Zonte. —Bitcoin Beach TeamConnect and Learn more about Joe Nakamoto:X: https://x.com/JoeNakamotoIG: https://www.instagram.com/joenakamoto_Nostr: https://primal.net/joenakamotoYT: @JoeNakamotoSupport and follow Bitcoin Beach:X: https://www.twitter.com/BitcoinBeach IG: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoinbeach_sv TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@livefrombitcoinbeach Web: https://www.bitcoinbeach.com Browse through this quick guide to learn more about the episode:00:00 Intro02:54 What are the requirements for a successful Bitcoin circular economy?05:54 Why documenting the El Salvador Bitcoin rollout is essential for history.10:18 What events would actually invalidate the Bitcoin investment thesis?16:06 How to protect Bitcoin privacy against 2026 KYC and AML regulations.21:16 Will a de minimis tax rule make Bitcoin legal tender in the US?32:56 Is El Salvador safe for Bitcoin tourists after the gang crackdown?43:58 Is President Bukele a dictator or a sovereign Bitcoin leader?1:01:02 How the Zambia Bitcoin circular economy provides a global blueprint.1:13:26 Why is transitioning to a Satoshi Standard harder than buying Bitcoin?Live From Bitcoin Beach

Mentor Sessions Ep. 066: Bitcoiners Are Racing for the Exits, Germany Now Requires Military Approval to Leave the Country, and Why Bitcoin + Passport Portfolio Is Your Life-or-Death Survival Plan | Katie AnaninaWe're 18 years into the Fourth Turning. According to Katie Ananina, founder of Citizen X, that means the next 5 to 7 years will reshape borders, tax regimes, and individual sovereignty in ways most people aren't prepared for. In this conversation, Katie breaks down exactly who is leaving, where they're going, and why the window to act is narrowing fast. Whether you're a Bitcoiner protecting generational wealth, a high-net-worth individual seeking legal tax optimization, or simply someone who wants options — this is the roadmap. You'll learn which jurisdictions are actively welcoming Bitcoin wealth, what a real exit strategy looks like, and the specific mistakes people make when they wait too long to move.⏱️ Timestamps:0:00 - 18 Years Into the 4th Turning: Why Everything Changes in the Next 5–7 Years0:30 - Who's Panicking & Racing for the Exits Right Now?1:18 - Germany, France & UK: The Countries Losing Sleep2:54 - Normies Want to Move to Canada… Bitcoiners Say No3:24 - $100K African Passports: Sierra Leone, Botswana & the New Plan B4:23 - Why Bitcoiners Want “Blood Diamond” Passports from Sierra Leone5:49 - The Genius Logic Behind Low-Profile “Invisible” Passports6:08 - Ancestry Passports: Poland, Egypt, Cambodia & How Far Back You Can Go8:49 - Germany Just Activated Pre-Mobilization & Draft Prep10:00 - Why You May Soon Need Military Approval to Leave Germany13:24 - Suicidal Empathy: Germany's Generational Guilt Is Cracking15:23 - France, UK & the Coming Social Unrest18:00 - BTC Mentor: Personalized 1-on-1 Bitcoin Guidance19:41 - The 4th Turning Fully Explained (1929–1945 vs 2008–2026)23:09 - Bitcoin + Passport Portfolio: The ONLY Two Assets That Survive Crisis25:37 - Is Dubai Still Safe? The Reality Check28:01 - Where Bitcoiners Are Actually Relocating Right Now30:54 - How to Move to El Salvador (6-Week Test Trip + Residency Guide)34:18 - Honest Concerns About El Salvador, Bukele & the IMF37:44 - Best Places in El Salvador for Bitcoin Families40:12 - Costa Rica vs El Salvador: Which Is Better for Bitcoiners?41:59 - Hidden 4th Turning Winners: Poland & Czech Republic51:55 - Final Advice: Build Your Passport Portfolio Before You Need It56:53 - How to Work With Katie Ananina & CitizenX (Free Strategy Call)

Something to ponder in connection with World Press Freedom Day: If you faced serious punishment for doing your job, would you quit and look for a new one? Or would you continue pursuing your chosen calling?Releasing in the leadup to World Press Freedom Day, May 3, 2026, this episode of The FRONTLINE Dispatch revisits the reporting at the center of the film The Deal: Trump, Bukele & the Gangs of El Salvador, and explores the risks facing independent journalists.Among them: The team at the Salvadoran news outlet El Faro, whose work anchors the documentary. In conversation with FRONTLINE Editor-in-Chief and Executive Producer Raney Aronson-Rath, El Faro Editor-in-Chief Carlos Dada reflect on the outlet's investigation that exposed alleged negotiations between President Nayib Bukele's government and gang leaders — and that drew intense backlash.Dada, now working in exile like much of El Faro's staff, describes the escalating pressure on his newsroom: accusations from Bukele, surveillance using Pegasus spyware, and sustained harassment of reporters. Despite those challenges, Dada frames the decision to keep reporting as a mission and a mantra: “Silence is not an option.”The conversation also explores the broader stakes of the film's reporting — from the history and evolution of gangs like MS-13 to the consequences of Bukele's sweeping security policies, including mass incarceration under a prolonged state of emergency.For Dada, the story is not only about his home country, but about the pressure journalists worldwide are under. As governments consolidate power and restrict access to information, he argues, independent reporting becomes both more difficult and more essential — offering verified facts in the face of propaganda and ensuring the public can still scrutinize those in power.The Deal: Trump, Bukele & the Gangs of El Salvador is available to stream now on FRONTLINE's website, FRONTLINE's YouTube channel, the PBS App and PBS Documentaries on Prime.

Mientras se afina la visita de Estado del mandatario salvadoreño, el ministro Segpres se consolida como la figura mejor evaluada del gabinete. Temas analizados este jueves en la mesa de editoras del Rat Pack de Mesa Central, junto a Paula Comandari y Paula Escobar Chavarría.

This week we zoomed out to take stock of the greatest financial heist in recorded history. Sixteen years of bailouts, money printing, and acronym soup that kept corporate America whole while the rest of us fell further behind. And then we took a quick detour into crypto, where Bitcoin is quietly creeping back up and the guy sitting on $62 billion worth of it really wants you to think that’s a sign you should buy in. Chapters Intro: 00:00:00 Quick Takes: 00:00:44 Max Notes: 00:06:01 Killer Left Take of the Week: 00:20:45 Chart of the Week: 00:23:05 Headlines: 00:26:07 Pod Love + Book Love: 00:28:46 Outro: 00:30:01 Resources ProPublica: Bailout Tracker: Tracking Every Dollar and Every Recipient U.S. Department of the Treasury: Troubled Asset Relief Program (TARP) MIT Sloan: Here’s how much the 2008 bailouts really cost Levy Economics Institute: A Detailed Look at the Fed’s Bailout by Funding Facility and Recipient Parker Poe: Summary of the $2 Trillion Federal CARES Act U.S. Department of the Treasury: Airline and National Security Relief Programs Brookings Institution: What did the Fed do in response to the COVID-19 crisis? U.S. Small Business Administration: Paycheck Protection Program U.S. Congressional Budget Office: Estimated Budgetary Effects of H.R. 5376, the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 Good Jobs First: Subsidy Tracker Top 100 Parent Companies The Majority Report w/ Sam Seder: Mamdani Is Rewriting The Democratic Playbook Bloomberg: Bitcoin’s Stealth Rally Has Traders Setting Sights on $80,000 Bloomberg: Climate Change Is Already Showing Up in the Cost of Living Mother Jones: Number Go Up. The Oligarchy in Overdrive WSWS: El Salvador’s Bukele regime stages mass show trial for nearly 500 alleged gang members Pod Love Straight White American Jesus: Project 2025 in Action Book Love Quinn Slobodian and Ben Tarnoff: Muskism: A Guide for the Perplexed UNFTR Resources Essay: What Will the Next Bailout look like? Video: White House Assassination Plot, Bailout Coming, and Fed's Dangerous Gamble Video: MTN Macro Take: The Warsh Man for the Job -- If you like #UNFTR, please leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify: unftr.com/rate and follow us on Facebook, Bluesky, and Instagram at @UNFTRpod. Visit us online at unftr.com. Become a member at unftr.com/memberships. Buy yourself some Unf*cking Coffee at shop.unftr.com. Visit our bookshop.org page at bookshop.org/shop/UNFTRpod to find the full UNFTR book list, and find book recommendations from our Unf*ckers at bookshop.org/lists/unf-cker-book-recommendations. Access the UNFTR Musicless feed by following the instructions at unftr.com/accessibility.Support the show: https://www.unftr.com/membershipsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Preview: Evan Ellis examines a mass trial of 486 gang members in El Salvador under the Bukele regime. Despite due process concerns and mistaken arrests, citizens support the crackdown to achieve unprecedented public safety.1625 SALVADOR

We're discussing a Frontline and El Faro documentary about President Nayib Bukele's tangled history with the gangs the US says it is fighting.

Bitcoin Archive opens up about his 2026 El Salvador reset, life in El Salvador Before and After Bukele, Bitcoin adoption, and how he escaped the fiat rat race for a total Circadian Health and dopamine reset.Archie from Bitcoin Archive joins Mike Peterson to reveal the reality of his journey toward financial sovereignty. After years of explosive growth, he realized high-level content creation is a double-edged sword that can compromise mental sovereignty. He shares why he finally doxxed his identity to find an authentic path through podcast hosting, proving that even the biggest accounts need real human connection to survive the fiat system.The duo explores the neurological price of being "always on" and why a digital detox is the only way to heal a brain fried by the fiat rat race. Archie describes the moment he realized his dopamine receptors were so conditioned for short-form hits that he could no longer focus on a book. During his 2026 reset in El Zonte, he consulted with Dr. Jack Kruse to understand how the modern attention economy had compromised his biology. Inspired by Jack Kruse's protocols for biological sovereignty, Archie explains how fixing your circadian rhythm and watching the sunrise beats any "hustle culture" life hack for reclaiming your mental focus.To bridge the gap between digital chaos and mental clarity, Archie turned back to creative writing. He discusses why escaping short-term thinking is a necessary exercise to transition from the fiat mind to a contemplative life. It is a reminder that a Hard Money Standard is not just about money, but about changing how you interact with time.The experience in Bitcoin Beach shows a story of seamless merchant adoption. Bitcoin has evolved here into the primary hard money used for everything from dinners to coffee. Most importantly, local businesses now treat sats as a strategic Bitcoin reserve, mimicking the treasury strategies of nation-states. Seeing this circular Bitcoin economy function without the friction of traditional banking offers a glimpse into a future that many still think is impossible.—Bitcoin Beach TeamConnect with ArchieX: https://x.com/BitcoinArchiveYT: https://www.youtube.com/@BitcoinArchiveIG: https://www.instagram.com/btc.archive/Newsletter: https://newsletter.bitcoinarchive.coApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/bitcoin-archive-w-archie/id1811833668Support and follow Bitcoin Beach:X: https://www.twitter.com/BitcoinBeach IG: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoinbeach_sv TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@livefrombitcoinbeach Web: https://www.bitcoinbeach.com Browse through this quick guide to learn more about the episode:00:00 Intro05:25 What is the mental cost of Bitcoin content?08:32 Why did Archie quit corporate banking in London?13:01 How to grow 1 million Twitter followers from zero?19:53 Why did Bitcoin Archive dox his identity?25:17 Dr. Jack Kruse: How to fix your dopamine in El Salvador30:54 Can reading Dostoevsky heal a fiat brain?40:13 How does the fiat system crush the middle class?49:24 How did El Zonte solve Bitcoin merchant adoption?56:19 Why are small businesses building a Bitcoin reserve?59:38: Nayib Bukele: the "Founding Father" of the Nation-State Bitcoin StandardLive From Bitcoin Beach

Donald Trump is a huge fan of Nayib Bukele, the current president of El Salvador. Last April, Bukele visited the White House and offered to help with a campaign of domestic repression in the United States. In El Salvador, which relies on US support, Bukele's government has detained tens of thousands of people in mass arrests. Hundreds have died inside their notorious prison system. Our guest today for a conversation about El Salvador under Bukele is Hilary Goodfriend. Hilary is a postdoctoral researcher at UNAM in Mexico City and she writes about Salvadorean politics for Jacobin. Read Hilary's article “An Infinite State of Exception in Nayib Bukele's El Salvador” here: https://jacobin.com/2026/01/el-salvador-us-bukele-trump-authoritarianism Long Reads is a Jacobin podcast looking in-depth at political topics and thinkers, both contemporary and historical, with the magazine's writers. Hosted by features editor Daniel Finn. Produced by Conor Gillies with music by Knxwledge.