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In this episode of Crazy Wisdom, host Stewart Alsop talks with Richard Easton, co-author of GPS Declassified: From Smart Bombs to Smartphones, about the remarkable history behind the Global Positioning System and its ripple effects on technology, secrecy, and innovation. They trace the story from Roger Easton's early work on time navigation and atomic clocks to the 1973 approval of the GPS program, the Cold War's influence on satellite development, and how civilian and military interests shaped its evolution. The conversation also explores selective availability, the Gulf War, and how GPS paved the way for modern mapping tools like Google Maps and Waze, as well as broader questions about information, transparency, and the future of scientific innovation. Learn more about Richard Easton's work and explore early GPS documents at gpsdeclassified.com, or pick up his book GPS Declassified: From Smart Bombs to Smartphones.Check out this GPT we trained on the conversationTimestamps00:00 – Stewart Alsop introduces Richard Easton, who explains the origins of GPS, its 12-hour satellite orbits, and his father Roger Easton's early time navigation work.05:00 – Discussion on atomic clocks, the hydrogen maser, and how technological skepticism drove innovation toward the modern GPS system.10:00 – Miniaturization of receivers, the rise of smartphones as GPS devices, and early mapping tools like Google Maps and Waze.15:00 – The Apollo missions' computer systems and precision landings lead back to GPS development and the 1973 approval of the joint program office.20:00 – The Gulf War's use of GPS, selective availability, and how civilian receivers became vital for soldiers and surveyors.25:00 – Secrecy in satellite programs, from GRAB and POPPY to Eisenhower's caution after the U-2 incident, and the link between intelligence and innovation.30:00 – The myth of the Korean airliner sparking civilian GPS, Reagan's policy, and the importance of declassified documents.35:00 – Cold War espionage stories like Gordievsky's defection, the rise of surveillance, and early countermeasures to GPS jamming.40:00 – Selective availability ends in 2000, sparking geocaching and civilian boom, with GPS enabling agriculture and transport.45:00 – Conversation shifts to AI, deepfakes, and the reliability of digital history.50:00 – Reflections on big science, decentralization, and innovation funding from John Foster to SpaceX and Starlink.55:00 – Universities' bureaucratic bloat, the future of research education, and Richard's praise for the University of Chicago's BASIC program.Key InsightsGPS was born from competing visions within the U.S. military. Richard Easton explains that the Navy and Air Force each had different ideas for navigation satellites in the 1960s. The Navy wanted mid-Earth orbits with autonomous atomic clocks, while the Air Force preferred ground-controlled repeaters in geostationary orbit. The eventual compromise in 1973 created the modern GPS structure—24 satellites in six constellations—which balanced accuracy, independence, and resilience.Atomic clocks made global navigation possible. Roger Easton's early insight was that improving atomic clock precision would one day enable real-time positioning. The hydrogen maser, developed in 1960, became the breakthrough technology that made GPS feasible. This innovation turned a theoretical idea into a working global system and also advanced timekeeping for scientific and financial applications.Civilian access to GPS was always intended. Contrary to popular belief, GPS wasn't a military secret turned public after the Korean airliner tragedy in 1983. Civilian receivers, such as TI's 4100 model, were already available in 1981. Reagan's 1983 announcement merely reaffirmed an existing policy that GPS would serve both military and civilian users.The Gulf War proved GPS's strategic value. During the 1991 conflict, U.S. and coalition forces used mostly civilian receivers after the Pentagon lifted “selective availability,” which intentionally degraded accuracy. GPS allowed troops to coordinate movement and strikes even during sandstorms, changing modern warfare.Secrecy and innovation were deeply intertwined. Easton recounts how classified projects like GRAB and POPPY—satellites disguised as scientific missions—laid technical groundwork for navigation systems. The crossover between secret defense projects and public science fueled breakthroughs but also obscured credit and understanding.Ending selective availability unleashed global applications. When the distortion feature was turned off in May 2000, GPS accuracy improved instantly, leading to new industries—geocaching, precision agriculture, logistics, and smartphone navigation. This marked GPS's shift from a defense tool to an everyday utility.Innovation's future may rely on decentralization. Reflecting on his father's era and today's landscape, Easton argues that bureaucratic “big science” has grown sluggish. He sees promise in smaller, independent innovators—helped by AI, cheaper satellites, and private space ventures like SpaceX—continuing the cycle of technological transformation that GPS began.

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Over the past year, Chris Irwin — retired Navy SEAL and creator of RareSense — has walked us through his complete framework for training your mind like you train your body. In this supercut, we're bringing all four conversations together to cover the five MindKillers (oblivion, storytelling, suppression, fear, and stagnation) and their countermeasures — the specific tools you can use to stop sabotaging your mental fitness. 

On today's show Andrew and Bill begin with the news of a “framework,” a consensus, and a possible deal to divest TikTok US from its parent company, ByteDance. Topics include: The many details yet to be resolved publicly, the unknown fate of the algorithm and its legal implications, messaging from both the US and PRC delegations in Madrid, the ways in which a deal would benefit ByteDance, and the deflating path from April 2024 to this week. From there: The SAMR shares its findings in the Nvidia antitrust investigation, the PRC announces two additional responses to US chip pressure, and the US adds 23 PRC firms to the entity list. Then: Meta has its own China dependence, an AP report on US firms enabling the PRC surveillance state, and a look at the evolving methods of the CPC and its propaganda network. At the end: LeBron James' camp offers a clarification on last week's People's Daily article, and PRC pigeon racing hits the Washington Post.

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The European Union will suspend its two packages of countermeasures to U.S. tariffs for six months, a European Commission spokesperson said on Monday. The spokesperson said in a statement that the bloc “continues to work with the U.S. to finalise a Joint Statement, as agreed on 27 July.”More than 3,200 Boeing machinists have walked off their aerospace jobs in the St. Louis, Missouri, area after members of the International Association of Machinists voted to authorize a strike at three defense plants starting at midnight on Monday. They are demanding better wages and work schedules.

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The fallout from Donald Trump's surprise announcement over the weekend of a 30 per cent tariff on goods from Mexico and the European Union continues. In response, EU trade ministers are pledging unity within the bloc, and warning of countermeasures if negotiations with the US fail, while Mexico is still hopeful negotiations will result in a deal.

Tánaiste Simon Harris says the European Commission will publish an expanded list of potential EU tariffs, should no trade deal be reached with the US We discuss all with Economist Austin Hughes.

Prime Minister Mark Carney takes steps to protect Canada's steel and aluminum industries from U.S. tariffs, including plans to adjust counter-levies by July 21st, depending on how much progress is made with the Trump administration.Also: As Israel and Iran trade airstrikes for a seventh day, the U.S. President delivers a timeline for determining whether to send American warplanes into the conflict. Donald Trump says there is still room for Tehran to negotiate a deal, and he will make his decision within 2 weeks.And: The push for new airlines to operate in Canadian skies, even if they are 100 % foreign owned.Plus: Ottawa working on a plan to help Canadians stuck in Israel and Iran, new details about the search and rescue of a missing Quebec toddler, Ontario's Premier Ford under fire, and more.

The EU says it is mulling counter-measures after President Trump's steel tariffs doubles tariffs on steel imports. The U.S and China accuse each other of not respecting the trade agreement made in Geneva last month. In Poland Karol Nawrocki wins the presidential election to dent Prime Minister Donald Tusk's centrist agenda. And in M&A news, French pharma giant Sanofi has moved to snap up U.S. firm Blueprint Medicines in an $9bbn all-cash deal.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The European Commission has strongly criticized the United States' decision to raise tariffs on steel imports from 25 to 50 percent, warning that the move could prompt swift retaliation

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Just because you're busy doesn't mean you're productive. In this episode of Metric Mondays, Kirk Behrendt brings back Miranda Beeson, ACT's director of education, to break down scheduled production. By tracking this leading metric, you will create a more strategic schedule that leads to more predictable revenue. Stop scrambling and start strategizing! To learn how to create smoother days for you and your team, listen to Episode 886 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Miranda:Send Miranda an email: miranda@actdental.com Follow Miranda on ACT's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/actdentalSend Courtney an email to learn more about ACT: courtney@actdental.com More Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 886: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosRegister for ACT's To The Top Study Club (July 25, 2025): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climb-with-us-register-for-july-25-2025-ttt-study-club-tickets-1205497959849Main Takeaways:Scheduled production is the first indicator of financial health.Track your future production schedule to strategically create a better week.Low scheduled production leads to last-minute scrambling and stressed-out teams.Run a quick unscheduled treatment report. Reach out to patients to fill high-value slots.Start looking at today and tomorrow's production. It will help you to plan and stay ahead.Snippets:0:00 Introduction.1:11 Scheduled production, explained.2:07 Busy doesn't mean productive.4:04 How this metric impacts the practice.8:24 Countermeasures.11:19 Last thoughts.Miranda Beeson, MS, BSDH...

Paschal Donohoe, Minister for Finance, responds to EU proposals to introduce tariffs on a "broad range of industrial and agricultural products" imported from the US which would be worth €95 billion.

Jack Power, Irish Times Europe Correspondent, discusses the Taoiseach's meeting with the President of the European Commission ahead of expected new tariff proposals from the EU.

Shay Brennan, Fianna Fáil TD for Dublin Rathdown; Donna McGettigan, Sinn Féin TD for Clare; Paul Gogarty, Independent TD for Dublin Mid-West; Paul Hosford, Deputy Political Editor with the Irish Examiner

Quantum computing represents a significant shift in computational power, offering both opportunities and challenges for securing sensitive data. Join the Connection Security Center of Excellence team as we delve into the transformative threats that quantum computing poses for cybersecurity and the countermeasures we should be considering to address those threats. We'll explore the fundamentals of quantum computing, including concepts like qubits, superposition, and entanglement, and how these principles can enhance encryption and threat detection. Quantum cryptography, quantum random number generation, and quantum machine learning are some of the promising applications that could revolutionize device security. However, quantum computing also poses risks to traditional cryptographic methods, potentially compromising data integrity, authentication protocols, and long-term data security. We'll discuss the need for quantum-resistant cryptographic algorithms and the importance of transitioning to quantum-safe technologies to protect against future quantum-enabled threats. Join us as we navigate the exciting yet complex landscape of quantum computing and security, highlighting the advancements, challenges, and future directions that will shape the approach to cybersecurity in the quantum era.  Speakers John Chirillo, Principal Security Architect, Connection Rob Di Girolamo, Senior Security Architect, Connection   Kimberlee Coombes, Security Solution Architect, Connection Lindsay Nelmes, Microsoft Solution Sales Executive, Connection Show Notes 00:00 Introduction to Quantum Computing and Cybersecurity 02:31 Real-World Impacts of Quantum Computing 04:49 The Timeline for Quantum Threats 06:29 Industries at Risk and Proactive Measures 08:36 Understanding Quantum Resistant Algorithms 09:59 Leveraging Quantum for Cybersecurity Improvements 12:08 AI and Quantum Computing Synergy 14:07 Microsoft's Role in Quantum Security 15:30 Future Milestones in Quantum Computing 18:02 Misconceptions About Quantum Computing 20:12 Final Thoughts and Takeaways For more information on how to better secure your environment, visit Connection.com/Cybersecurity.

Today we have a special episode of iGaming Daily, sponsored by Optimove, we're bringing you in full, a fascinating conversation from the IMGL 2025 Spring Conference that took place in Vancouver, Canada just last week. Today you get to hear a hugely newsworthy discussion, cleverly titled ‘Tariffs: Trade Wars on Casino Floors', with some really fantastic speakers Moderating the session is Marc Ellinger, Partner at Ellinger BellDaron Dorsey from the American Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers,Zane Hansen from the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming AuthorityAnd IMGL member lawyer Joerg Hofmann from Melchers Law in GermanyThe panel discuss how the uncertainty and increased costs associated with recent trade policy changes affect everything from supply chains and manufacturing to research and development and customer experience. While the land-based casino sector is particularly affected due to its reliance on manufactured goods, the potential shift towards online gaming as a result is also considered.Host: Viktor KayedGuests: Marc Ellinger, Daron Dorsey, Zane Hansen, Joerg HofmannProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Scott FultoniGaming Daily is the official podcast of SBC Summit Malta. Taking place from 10-12 June at the Intercontinental in Malta, SBC Summit Malta is the definitive casino and betting event where European companies and professionals converge to explore cutting-edge insights, gain transformative skills, and forge impactful connections with senior decision-makers. Get your tickets now at sbcevents.com.iGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast. Finally, remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service. 

In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love is joined by roving correspondent David Shipley to discuss his experiences at the BSides and RSAC conferences. They dive into the significant takeaways from BSides, including highlights from notable presentations such as Truffle Hog's AI Apocalypse and Eva Galperin's talk on the 'World's Dumbest Cyber Mercenaries'. They also explore emerging trends in AI, deepfake technology, and the human side of cybersecurity. The discussion shifts to RSAC, examining vendor presence, CrowdStrike's gamified approach to engagement, and the broader implications of cybersecurity costs and industry consolidation. The episode underscores the importance of ongoing education, responsible cybersecurity practices, and the need for clear communication in the industry. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 01:24 BSides Conference Overview 03:55 Key Highlights from BSides 04:31 AI Apocalypse and Security Concerns 11:21 World's Dumbest Cyber Mercenaries 15:57 Deepfake Technology and Countermeasures 22:45 RSAC Conference Overview 28:48 Experiencing Autonomous Cars in San Francisco 30:00 The Future of High-Tech Mobility Solutions 32:22 AI in Cybersecurity: Implications and Discussions 37:26 The Role of AI in Coding and Its Challenges 40:34 Chris Krebs and the Importance of Speaking Truth to Power 44:36 Human Side of Cybersecurity: Security Champions 46:49 Operation Shamrock: Tackling Pig Butchering Scams 51:47 CrowdStrike and Vendor Strategies at Conferences 53:16 The Cost of Cybersecurity and Industry Consolidation 54:46 Conclusion and Future Interviews

This is the full episode of The Morning Show with Preston Scott for Tuesday, April 22nd.Our guests today include:- Connor Wilson- Peter Schweizer- Howard EisenmanFollow the show on Twitter @TMSPrestonScott. Check out Preston's latest blog by going to wflafm.com/preston. Listen live to Preston from 6 – 9 a.m. ET and 5 – 8 a.m. CT!WFLA Tallahassee Live stream: https://ihr.fm/3huZWYeWFLA Panama City Live stream: https://ihr.fm/34oufeR Follow WFLA Tallahassee on Twitter @WFLAFM and WFLA Panama City @wflapanamacity and like us on Facebook at @wflafm and @WFLAPanamaCity.  

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In this episode of the STRAT podcast, LtCol Hal Kempfer and guest LtCol Matt Begert delve into the world of drone technology. They explore the critical role drones play in both military and civilian contexts, spotlighting their strategic uses and the evolving challenges posed by such technologies. They discuss modern warfare dynamics, including the transformative impact of drones evident in Ukraine. The conversation also highlights the adaptability of drug cartels leveraging drones and tackles the future potential and innovations within this domain. Beyond military applications, they discuss drones' growing importance in public safety, emergency responses, and search and rescue operations. Emphasizing adaptation, the episode sheds light on the significant innovations drones bring to technology, with Kempfer and Begert covering everything from regulatory challenges to the dual nature of technology and the need for safety and preparedness in embracing these advances.Takeaways:• Drones are increasingly used for reconnaissance and strike missions.• The FAA faces challenges in regulating the growing number of drones.• Technological advancements in warfare often accelerate during conflicts.• Drones are changing the dynamics of naval warfare, as seen in Ukraine.• Countermeasures against drones are evolving, including nets and wire-guided systems.• Drones can loiter and wait for the right moment to strike.• The dual nature of technology means it can be used for both good and bad.• Drones are becoming essential tools for both military applications and first responders.#STRATPodcast #HalKempfer #MutualBroadcastingSystem #StrategicRiskAnalysis #MattBegert #DroneTechnology #MilitaryInnovation #PublicSafety #EmergingTech #DronesInWarfare #DroneCountermeasures #TechAdvancement #FAAChallenges #HomelandSecurity #SafetyAndInnovations #ModernWarfare #TechTrends #TechAdaptation #CivilianApplications #DefenseStrategies #TechInEmergencies #StrategicAnalysis

AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports China announces countermeasures, raising tariffs on U.S. goods from 84% to 125% starting Saturday.

China's commerce ministry and foreign ministry have reiterated the country's call for dialogue to resolve differences on tariffs, and its determination to protect national interests (01:05). Germany's Union bloc and Social Democrats have secured a deal for a coalition government (14:09). China and Spain are seeking closer ties during a visit by Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez (21:23).

Beijing announced a tariff hike on U.S. imports to 84% from 34%, shortly after America's 104% tariffs on Chinese imports kicked in on Wednesday. The EU said it would impose 25% tariffs on a range of U.S. imports in a first round of countermeasures. The 27-member bloc faces U.S. tariffs of 20% on most products and higher duties on autos and steel. Countermeasures in Canada, a close U.S. ally and major trading partner, also took effect on Wednesday.U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer testified on Wednesday before the House Ways and Means Committee on President Donald Trump's 2025 trade policy agenda.

AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports China vows countermeasures over Trump administration tariffs as a trade war threatens to intensify.

China has vowed to take countermeasures if the United States continues to escalate trade tensions. The statement from the Chinese Commerce Ministry came in response to U.S. threat to impose an additional 50-percent tariff on Chinese imports.

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Micheál Martin, Taoiseach, outlines how Ireland will respond to the 20% tariff imposed by most EU goods exported to the United States.

China says it opposes Washington's so-called "reciprocal tariffs" and will take countermeasures to safeguard its rights and interests

This week we talk about tariffs, consumer confidence, and trade wars.We also discuss inflation, GDP, and uncertainty.Recommended Book: A Brief History of Intelligence by Max S. BennettTranscriptOn January 20, 2025, mere hours after being sworn into his second term in office as President of the United States, Donald Trump announced new 25% tariffs on most incoming goods from Canada and Mexico, accusing the two allies of failing to halt the flow of drugs and illegal migrants into the US. These tariffs would go into effect on February 1, he said, and they would be in addition to existing tariffs that were already in effect for specific import categories.On that same day, he also speculated that he might impose a universal tariff on all imports, saying that he believed all countries, allies or not, were taking advantage of the US, and he didn't like that.Less than a week later, Trump announced that he would impose 25% tariffs on all good from Colombia, with immediate effect, and would double that tariff to 50% within a week. This appears to have been a punishment for the Colombian government's decision to turn back planes full of immigrants the US government deported and sent their way, without approval from the intended recipient of those deported people, the Colombian government. There was a minor tiff between these governments, but the White House declared victory on the matter later that night, saying the tariffs would be held in reserve, implying they could come back at any time if their demands are not met.An executive order implementing the threatened 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico was signed on February 1, and a new 10% tariff on China went into effect the same day. Countermeasures were threatened by everyone involved, and after Trump published a social media post saying there would probably be economic pain for a while, his government agreed to a 30 day pause on tariffs for Mexico and Canada, while also threatening new tariffs against the European Union; another long-time US ally.The new 10% tariff on Chinese imports went into effect on February 4, and China retaliated with its own counter-tariffs on US goods, including things like farm machinery and energy products. It also implemented new restrictions on the export of rare earth minerals to the US—a category of raw materials everyone is scrambling to secure, as they're vital for the production of batteries and other fundamental technologies—and they launched a new antimonopoly investigation into Google, which deals with some Chinese companies.On February 10, Trump reimposed a 25% tariff on all foreign steel and aluminum; a move that made US metal companies happy, but essentially all other US companies very unhappy, and in mid-February he threatened even more, broad, and vague tariffs on basically everyone, saying he's doing what he's doing in order to force companies to move manufacturing infrastructure back to the US, after decades of offshoring everything.At the end of February, Trump said the delayed tariffs on Canada and Mexico would go into effect, as planned, on March 4, alongside those new 10% tariffs on China. On that day, Canada implemented its own counter-tariffs on the US to the tune of 25% on about $155 billion of US goods imported by the country.Canada and Mexico send about 80% of their exports to the US market, so their economies are expected to be hit hard by this trade war. China, in contrast, only sends about 15% of its exports to the US, so the impact will be more tempered.These three countries, though, are the US's largest trading partners, collectively accounting for over 40% of US imports and exports. In addition to buying a lot of US goods, they also export the majority of things like oil, beer, copper wire, chocolate, and other goods that the US consumes; and the cost of tariffs are almost always passed on to the end-consumer, so higher tariffs on these sorts of goods mean raised prices on a lot of stuff across the economy.On March 6, after a lot of back-and-forth with US automakers and with the Mexican and Canadian governments, a lot of the tariffs placed on goods from these countries were suspended, the US government denying that their withdrawal had anything to do with the US market, which was suffering in response to this wave of economic disruptions—though many tariffs were kept in place, and Trump said the US would still impose tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports beginning on March 12.On the 12th, the EU and Canada announced a new wave of retaliatory tariffs against the US, though the European side said they would hold off on their implementation of these tariffs, waiting till April 1 to see what happens. The next day, Trump threatened a 200% charge on alcoholic products from the EU in response to their planned 50% tariffs on US whiskey and other products within their borders.At the moment, as of mid-March 2025, a lot of these tariffs are still speculative, as it's generally understood, from Trump's bombastic approach to deal-making and his previous backtracking from these sorts of threats, that many of these tariffs could disappear, announced solely to provide leverage against those Trump wants to squeeze for more concessions and what he considers to be more favorable trade terms. Some of them could become concrete reality, though, and part of the issue here is that it's nearly impossible to know which is which, because there also seems to be a larger effort to rewire the US and global economies by this administration—and that effort, plus the uncertainty caused by tariffs and similar actions, are leading to some pretty severe market upsets within the US, and resultantly around the world, as well.And that's what I'd like to talk about today: the impacts of these tariffs and other actions by this administration, so far, and what might happen next, based on currently available numbers and analysis.—Economies are ridiculously complex systems, and it's impossible to say with 100% certainty what caused what, and to what degree things would be different had some other path been taken by those in control of various regulatory and economic levers.That said, the nonpartisan Tax Foundation has estimated that just those first batch of proposed tariffs by the US government, not including impacts from foreign retaliations, which could be substantial, will reduce US GDP by about 0.4% and reduce total hours worked by the equivalent of 309,000 full-time jobs; so a lot less output, and a lot less overall productivity.That's on top of the estimated 0.2% long-term decrease in US GDP caused by the first Trump administration's tariffs, which were maintained by the subsequent Biden administration.These existing tariffs raised prices in the US and reduced both output and employment, which means the boom the US economy saw under the Biden administration might have been even boomier, had those tariffs been dropped. But now they're more or less locked in, and these new tariffs will probably amplify their effect, near-term and long-term.On top of that, the constant threats and pullbacks and seemingly off-the-cuff decisions to implement what amounts to all sorts of huge-scale taxes on a frenetic array of goods, including luxuries, but also some very fundamental things, like the metals we use to build and manufacture basically everything, is stoking uncertainty throughout the US and global economies.That uncertainty has wide-ranging impacts, but one of the most direct consequences is that consumer sentiment in the US has nose-dived, as ordinary people worry about the combined impacts of tariffs, cuts to government programs, layoffs across government agencies, and new restrictions on immigration, which even ignoring the human element of such things can cause all sorts of issues across industries that rely on immigrant workers to stay afloat.In mid-March of this year, US consumer sentiment hit 57.9, down from 64.7 in February. That's the lowest its been since November of 2022, it's down 27% from a year earlier, and it's a lot lower than economist predictions for this month, which were set at 63.2.Consumer sentiment tells us how people are feeling about the economy, about their potential to earn, and about where things are going. This influences how people spend, how they consume, and that in turn helps determine how the overall economy will go in the coming years, as people will be more likely to hunker down and save, taking as few risks as possible and making fewer purchases if they believe things will be rough; which in some cases can become a self-fulfilling prophecy, because those behaviors tend to shrink the economy, which leads to less output, fewer investments being made, more layoffs, and so on. That means a drop in consumer sentiment can make things bad even if they would otherwise be good, but if they're bad already, they can become even worse because folks stop doing things that would improve the economy, out of self-preservation.And that impact can be just as pronounced when things are weird and wobbly, rather than outright bad, as seems to be the case in the US at the moment.There's no firm evidence that the US economy is destined for a recession at this point, but the Russell 2000 index, which is made up of smaller companies than indexes like the S&P 500, and which is thus more prone to on-the-ground variables than its larger index kin, has dropped more than 16% since November, when it hit a new high on optimism about what the new Trump administration might do for businesses and the economy.The S&P 500 also collapsed, though about half as much, and it rallied somewhat last week as investors bought the dip, scooping up stocks at lower prices following that drop. But there's a lot of speculation that this might be a so-called dead cat bounce recovery—a moment in which a market seems to be recovering from a drop, but where it's actually just bouncing up a little before heading back downward—and even this index, which is packed with corporations that are less susceptible to brief market wobbles than those in the Russell, might be heading for another downswing in the coming weeks, based on a lot of the economic numbers used to predict such things, at the moment.One such metric is interest in alternative assets like gold, and the price of gold hit a new high last Friday, surpassing $3,000 per ounce for the first time ever.That's not something you tend to see when markets are healthy and people expect them to do well; if they are healthy and expected to surge rather than collapse, people tend to put their money in the market, not in shiny metals. But the shiny metals bet seems to be appealing right now, which hints at an even broader suspicion of the US economy than even that consumer sentiment and those bad market figures anticipate.And the market figures have been bad. In just 3 weeks, beginning on February 19, the S&P alone lost more than $5 trillion in value.The Atlanta Fed, which uses a fairly reliable model to predict future US GDP numbers, was predicting a healthy nearly 4% increase for the US's GDP for the first quarter of 2025 back in late-January, early-February, but that prediction plummeted from positive 4% to negative 2.4% by early March.That figure could still change, as it's informed by data that don't all arrive at the same time, but it's still a staggering drop, and it reflects the impact of all these tariffs, but also all the destruction of government programs and agencies, the mass firings, and of course the uncertainty caused by all of these things in aggregate, alongside the impacts of said uncertainty on everyone at all scales, from trade partners to US-based small businesses to individual consumers.So few people and institutions are happy about what's happening right now, but it does look like, in the immediate future, at least, there are some beneficiaries of all this tumult.Markets in China are flourishing, especially Hong Kong's Hang Seng index, which is up more than 20% since Trump's inauguration on January 20. And Europe's market, which has struggled with stasis for years now, is up more than 4% over that same period.Uncertainty about markets, but also military alliances, especially NATO, have pushed Germany—which has struggled since Russia invaded Ukraine, when their energy markets were utterly scrambled, which in turn hobbled their massive manufacturing base—Germany has unleashed a huge amount of government funds on their economy, and that big uptick in spending has helped basically the whole EU market grow. The German government has traditionally been tight-pocketed, but a declaration by the incoming Chancellor that they would do whatever it takes to both defend themselves and boost their economic outlook in the face of unreliable backing from their long-time ally, the US, has bolstered enthusiasm and optimism throughout the region, bringing EU nations closer together, increasing spending on all sorts of fundamentals, and bringing them closer to the Canadian government, as well.The Chinese government has recently indicated they'll be injecting a bunch of money and other types of support in their economy, as well, which creates a stark contrast with the US government, which seems to be refocusing on pulling government resources from across society and the economy, and spending mostly on tax cuts for the wealthiest people and biggest companies, instead.The US government's efforts to go America first, and not do anyone, even its longest-term, most reliable allies, any favors, or even trade in what might be considered a balanced way, thus seems to be scrambling US markets while simultaneously stoking those that are being cut off, unifying aspects of the rest of the world in antagonism against the US, while also providing them with incentive to reinvest in their own markets; which could be good for them long-term, making them less reliant on the US in all sorts of ways, but which seems pretty bad for the US in particular, short-term, and casts the US-dominated global order into disarray for the immediate future, with all sorts of consequences, economic and otherwise.The degree to which this impacts Trump's approval ratings has yet to be seen, as while his approval is collapsing, especially on the economy, right now, a lot of the most serious economic impacts are expected to fall hard on regions that most enthusiastically voted for him, and Republican talking points have already pivoted toward messaging that implies suffering for a while is good and patriotic.That message might succeed and keep people on side even as their investments collapse and tariff-driven inflation hits their bottom-lines, or it might not. But it seems like the administration is ramping up for a version of austerity that doesn't actually reduce the deficit, but instead takes a bunch of money from programs and investments that helped these areas, and moves it to other stuff that mostly helps fund tax cuts for wealthy allies of the administration—and that could come back to bite them, come election season.All of this is also happening in parallel to the many political maneuverings of the administration and its opposition, though, and just recently the Republican-held congress was able to pass a funding bill, moving a lot more authority and control to the White House; so whatever the short-term approval numbers show, none of this seems to be having much of a negative impact on Trump's control of government. That could change, though, over the course of the next year, leading into 2026's midterm election, when the makeup of congress could be influenced by these and similar decisions.Show Noteshttps://www.reuters.com/markets/us/futures-rise-after-volatile-week-consumer-data-tap-2025-03-14/https://www.wsj.com/economy/consumers/consumer-confidence-march-2025-drops-trump-trade-e7e0964dhttps://www.axios.com/2025/03/15/economic-indicators-recession-riskhttps://www.cnn.com/2025/03/14/investing/gold-price-today-3000-ounce-intl/index.htmlhttps://www.cnbc.com/2025/03/14/us-stock-market-loses-5-trillion-in-value-in-three-weeks.htmlhttps://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/14/business/russell-2000-bear-market.htmlhttps://www.atlantafed.org/cqer/research/gdpnowhttps://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/14/us/politics/stock-market-correction-trump-tariffs.htmlhttps://www.nfib.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/NFIB-SBET-Report-Feb.-2025.pdfhttps://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/14/your-money/car-shopping-trump-tariffs-cfpb.htmlhttps://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/16/business/trump-sp-500-stocks-europe-china.htmlhttps://archive.ph/GNPRfhttps://www.realclearpolling.com/polls/approval/donald-trump/issues/economyhttps://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2025/03/15/business/economy/tariffs-trump-maps-voters.htmlhttps://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/15/us/politics/trump-spending-bill-government-shutdown.htmlhttps://www.wsj.com/finance/stocks/investing-stocks-risk-strategies-trump-policies-c4a5d3d9https://www.wsj.com/finance/currencies/trump-trade-tariffs-us-dollar-value-814cbe37https://www.wsj.com/livecoverage/stock-market-today-dow-nasdaq-sp500-03-17-2025https://www.politico.com/news/2025/03/16/wall-street-hoped-scott-bessent-would-keep-trump-in-check-he-had-other-ideas-00231771https://www.businessinsider.com/wall-street-mergers-acquisitions-ipos-hiring-slumps-trump-tariffs-2025-3https://www.politico.com/news/2025/03/14/trump-trade-wars-consumer-sentiment-00230833https://archive.ph/fUKPshttps://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/13/business/economy/trump-tariff-timeline.htmlhttps://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/14/business/energy-environment/trump-energy-oil-gas.htmlhttps://taxfoundation.org/research/all/federal/trump-tariffs-trade-war/ This is a public episode. 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Send me a DM here (it doesn't let me respond), OR email me: imagineabetterworld2020@gmail.comToday we welcome back on the show one of our most requested and beloved guests: Top tier MONARCH operator and whistleblower, Founder of ‘Organize Safety', content creator and podcast host of ‘The Grey Area', anti-child abuse and survivor advocate, former GATE kid, absolute warrior, and the big-hearted love of my life: Grey!A little bit about Grey if you're new here or missed his first episode where he shared his harrowing and inspiring testimony: Grey was born in New York into a multi-generational occult bloodline family and from a very young age, was groomed and programmed by his family, family acquaintances, and eventually the government and military to become a top tier skilled assassin, asset, and operator through MONARCH and other mind control experimentation projects funded by the CIA. After a traumatic event occurred when he was 8, his family relocated from New York to Tennessee where his abuse continued unbeknownst to him, and It wouldn't be until Grey was 25 that the two paths of the double life he was living would violently and suddenly collide, revealing every repressed memory from a tortured, painful, and horrific past. As his programming shattered, so did his life. Grey found himself facing time in prison after staged imprisonment charges were dropped on him, and at the same time, his family and loved ones were attacked and tortured as collateral damage to his awakening and first attempt at blowing the whistle on what his memories revealed. After working behind the scenes for over a decade, Grey decided to once again go public a couple years ago and has touched the hearts and minds of thousands through his whistleblowing journey and through the roll-out of Organize Safety, which is a revolutionary way to corroborate and cross-reference anonymous or public tips regarding perpetrators, abuse locations, and events. As the world awakens to the chilling realities of MK ULTRA, SRA, and the shadowy webs of organized abuse, we face a rising tide of challenges that echo painfully within our community. These are not distant threats but lived experiences: the sting of triggers, the distortion of gaslighting, the sinister attempts at reaccessing, the venom of discrediting, the relentless barrage of online gang-stalking and bullying. And perhaps most perilous of all, the reckless clamor - whether knowing or unwitting - for mass survivor disclosures, heedless of the devastating self-harm and reporting programs that may lie dormant, waiting to be activated.In a world where too many shrink from truth for fear of scorn or rejection, Grey stands as a beacon of courage. His choice to speak has cost him dearly - his own safety bartered for the greater good. He demands of us all that the unspeakable be spoken: the truth of behavioral modification and the atrocities inflicted upon our children in the shadows. His voice is a call to action, awakening the warrior within thousands, igniting a fire that refuses to be extinguished. Every day, he inspires me to unearth my own strength and my own fight. Warriors like Grey are the vanguard of a revolution. They are the ones who will tear down the scourge of human trafficking and obliterate crimes against humanity - not just for today, but for all time. This is our charge, our moment, our unbreakable resolve. Together, with Organize Safety as our shield and Grey as our champion, we will rise, protect, and prevail - with safety as our sword. CONNECT WITH GREY:Website: organizesafety.orgTwitter: https://twitter.com/GreyAreaMonarchRumble: Support the show

AP Correspondent Karen Chammas reports on the European Union's reaction to US tarriffs.

① China has announced a slew of measures to counter US tariffs, including additional tariffs of 10% or 15% on some US products, export controls on key minerals and an anti-monopoly investigation into Google. We explore the logic of these countermeasures. (00:50)② European Union leaders have agreed to do more to bolster their defenses by hiking spending and filling gaps in their military capabilities. What is prompting European countries to do so? (14:56)③ Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari is on a five-day state visit to China. We take a look at two issues that top his agenda: economic cooperation and counterterrorism. (24:56)④ Eurozone unexpectedly stagnates as German and French economies contract. (34:01)⑤ What's at stake when US President Donald Trump wants to create a sovereign wealth fund? (44:36)

The Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) has significantly advanced its tactical operations by formalizing a specialized drone unit, as evidenced by the emergence of unit-specific patches worn by its members. Since 2017, the CJNG has increasingly utilized drones for intelligence gathering, surveillance, reconnaissance, propaganda dissemination, and attacks involving improvised explosive devices (IEDs). The establishment of a dedicated drone operator unit underscores the cartel's commitment to integrating modern technology into its strategies, enhancing its operational capabilities against both rival groups and Mexican security forces.In response to the growing threat of weaponized drones, cartels have adapted by modifying their armored vehicles, commonly known as "narco tanks," with "cope cages." These improvised armor additions, typically constructed from steel bars or metal grating, form a cage-like structure above the vehicle's main armor. Originally designed to protect against rocket-propelled grenades (RPGs), cope cages are now employed to mitigate damage from drone attacks by either detonating explosives prematurely or disrupting their impact. This adaptation reflects the evolving nature of cartel warfare, where both offensive and defensive measures are continually adjusted in response to technological advancements in combat tactics.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Brad Wozny & Derek Johnson cover specific details via deep dives brought forward via Executive Orders issued by President Donald John Trump's 45th term, including real-time assessments happening around globe impacting freedom for Americans, Australians, Brits, Canadians, Greenlanders, the Irish, Scots, New Zealanders, and geopolitical events coming up to his Inauguration on January 20th. In this episode you'll hear their perspectives on NESARA, GESARA, J6, Canada as the 51st State, and many comms recently conveyed by Wartime Commander-in-Chief DJT himself...plus much much more... We encourage all listeners to share this episode's critical information & with their friends and family…  The MAHA-Approved, POWERFUL X39 wellness Patch naturally activates your STEM CELLS! Developed for Navy

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Glenn Fratangelo of NICE Actimize explains how credit unions can use AI to defend against today's fraud threats – including the rise of the “crimefluencer” – before it's used to defraud them.  Plus Michael, Natasha, and Producer Zach discuss how predictive AI affects them most: algorithm curated social media content. Bonus content alert: to see Natasha's YouTube channel discussed in the show, click here!

Watch The X22 Report On Video No videos found Click On Picture To See Larger PictureThe [DS][CB] know their plan has failed, the narrative of climate change is done. Ice in the Antartic is 17% higher now. The [CB] move to lower rates is having the opposite effect. The [D]s and the [CB] tried to trap Trump in the debt ceiling, he will turn it all around and have them remove the debt ceiling.  The [DS] is out of options, they only have two plan they can use to stop Trump. Try to make sure that he doesn't get into office and the other is when he gets into office bring the economy, and the world down around him. They will use cyber warfare to kick it off. The [DS] loves to project what they are about to do, Netflix just launched Zero Day Cyber attack. Countermeasures in place, this time its different.   (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:13499335648425062,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-7164-1323"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="//cdn2.customads.co/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs"); Economy https://twitter.com/TonyClimate/status/1871939764922028465 Cold Weather-Related Deaths Soar Despite ‘Global Warming' — Doubled Over Past 20 Years Despite the supposedly catastrophic threat of global warming, cold weather-related deaths across the United States are on the rise. According to a study published in The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), the number of Americans who have died from the cold has doubled between the period of 1999 to 2022. Dr. Rishi Wadhera, an associate professor of health policy and management at Harvard University, and his team conducted a study revealing the need for “public health interventions to improve access to warming centers and indoor heating for vulnerable populations.” The research analyzed U.S. death certificates for over 63.5 million Americans who died between 1999 and 2022. During that time, exposure to cold temperatures was identified as a direct or contributing factor in 0.06% of deaths. The study found that the rate of cold-related deaths more than doubled over the 23-year period, increasing from 0.44 deaths per 100,000 people in 1999 to 0.92 deaths per 100,000 in 2022. This amounts to an annual rise of 3.4% in cold-related mortality. Source: thegatewaypundit.com US holiday retail sales come in above forecast, Mastercard says (Reuters) - U.S. retail sales rose 3.8% between Nov. 1 and Dec. 24, as customers turned to last minute shopping due to intense holiday season promotions, a Mastercard report showed on Thursday. The jump in sales was higher than a 3.2% rise forecast by Mastercard in September and well above a 3.1% increase from a year earlier, with the last five days of the season accounting for 10% of all holiday spending. Mastercard SpendingPulse measures in-store and online retail sales across all forms of payment. It excludes automotive sales. source: marketscreeners.com   https://twitter.com/KobeissiLetter/status/1872274428098408878   https://twitter.com/KobeissiLetter/status/1872274432460534031 Milei Unveils Ambitious Nuclear Plan To Position Argentina As Global Energy Player In a bold move to transform Argentina into a global energy powerhouse, President Javier Milei introduced the "Argentine Nuclear Plan" on Friday, with the goal of harnessing nuclear energy as a core component of the nation's future. The plan outlines the construction of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), compact nuclear units designed to provide power to commercial sectors and other large-scale operations. "After years of stagnation, nuclear energy is making a powerful comeback, and we are determined to lead, not follow,"   “I have more good news, and that is that the lowering of taxes will continue,

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Last year, mysterious drone swarms targeted Navy ships and Langley Air Force Base, nearly colliding with an F22 and causing a fighter squadron to be relocated. Despite intense investigation, their origin is still unknown. This year, the drones are back! This time they're targeting several RAF bases in the UK as well as the entire state of New Jersey. They've been in the air every night for over two weeks. These drones are unusually large and quiet, and they can hover in place for hours at a time. Countermeasures are ineffective, and no one's been able to track where they come from or go to. What is happening? You can find show notes and references at our website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠VeryExcitingTime.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or support us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/VeryExcitingTime⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Watch The X22 Report On Video No videos found Click On Picture To See Larger PicturePeople are now seeing what the [DS]/[CB] wants to do to America, just look at California and this paints the picture. The US Ports are on the verge of shutting down because of a strike, if they do people will see how dependent we are on other countries. Everything is pointing to a recession. The [DS] has no way out, they are being exposed at every turn. This is not an election of voters because the [DS] does not have the voters, this is an election of the ballots, how many can they print to win. The [DS] is setting the tone with the Iranian cyber and hit squads that are coming after Trump. They are trying to remove Trump and at the same time they are trying to bring us to war. Trump is now preparing the countermeasure, think Obama's shadow government.   (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:13499335648425062,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-7164-1323"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="//cdn2.customads.co/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs"); Economy Newsom Signs Bill Banning Single-use Propane Cylinders for Camping  California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) signed a bill this week to ban one-pound, single-use propane cylinders, meaning that only more expensive reusable cylinders will be available in the state. The San Francisco Chronicle reported: Disposable propane canisters like the dark green ones used with camping stoves will soon be phased out in California, after Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation Sunday requiring all one-pound cylinders sold in the state to be reusable or refillable starting in 2028.   Source: breitbart.com California under Gavin Newsom: ▪️ Highest poverty rate in the nation ▪️ Highest gas taxes in the nation ▪️ Highest state income tax in America ▪️ Record homelessness in California ▪️ PEDOPHILIA is now LEGAL in California Senate Bill 145 passed — will amend existing state law that allows judges to decide whether an adult convicted of having vaginal sexual intercourse with a minor should register as a sex offender in cases in which the minor is 14 years or older and the adult is not more than 10 years older than the minor. https://twitter.com/KobeissiLetter/status/1839644588438392910 https://twitter.com/RepMTG/status/1839655979576672730   could take 6 days to catch up. Meaning just a 5 day strike could take a month to unload and load ships at ports up and down the East coasts and Gulf coasts! The International Longshoremen's Association, representing 45,000 dockworkers from Maine to Texas at 14 different ports, contracts expire Sept 30th and they are demanding higher wages equal to other dockworker's pay and guaranteed job security that they will not be replaced by automation and AI. 1977 was the last time they went on strike. That was long before America became dependent on foreign imports for food and necessary goods. It's very important to understand how critical this is given that America is now in a $36 billion dollar food trade deficit for the first time in our nation's history. Also, the Biden-Harris administration and Congressional out of control spending has driven inflation so high that many Americans can't afford quality of life. I think this situation is serious and could be a crisis going into the election, holidays, and winter depending if they strike and how long it lasts. Retailers have been trying to stock up in preparation, but it's always smart to be personally prepared just in case.   https://twitter.com/_johnnymaga/status/1839292165039730763 https://twitter.com/KobeissiLetter/status/1839676399080161419 Political/Rights https://twitter.com/EndWokeness/status/1839649759365128696 https://twitter.com/WallStreetSilv/status/1839605909590569304   https://twitter.

Watch The X22 Report On Video No videos found Click On Picture To See Larger PictureThe [DS] is trying to get control of prices and to prove the oil companies and stores are price gouging. Newsom wants price controls on oil, this will backfire. The farmers are struggling. Trump is going to make the US the capital of Crypto. The [DS] is panicking, they know [KH] cannot drive this home, they need Trump to quit the debate, this is why they are changing the rules. Once [KH] debates its game over. Trump confirms that the fake news is pushing fake poll numbers. Trump has warned the [DS] not to cheat in the election. Trump always gives the [DS] to do the right thing. The [DS] will cheat and we can see how they are trying to do it. Countermeasures are in place, they are trapped.   (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:13499335648425062,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-7164-1323"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="//cdn2.customads.co/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs"); Economy Newsom Tells CA Lawmakers He'll Force Special Session If They Don't Pass His Bill to Increase Gas Prices Grasping for relevance, California Gov. Gavin Newsom is in the midst of a bit of a temper tantrum this week with the legislature - threatening to convene a special session if they don't pass his proposal to further regulate California's oil and gas industry. Industry analysts say that the proposal, which would force refineries to "maintain a minimum fuel reserve to avoid supply shortages," would lead to increased prices for drivers in California, Arizona, and Nevada.  .     Source: redstate.com Kamala's Top Campaign Spokesman Confirms Kamala Still Supports Fracking Ban Despite Her Fracking Flip-Flop Yes, comrade Kamala Harris still supports a ban on fracking—her top campaign spokesman just confirmed this during an interview with CNN. In the first part of the interview, Tyler sidestepped questions from CNN's John Berman regarding Harris's shift in position on fracking. As Berman pressed the issue, Tyler confirmed that Harris has not “changed her mind” on a fracking ban, despite recent attempts by her campaign to suggest otherwise.   Source: thegatewaypundit.com A Sales Recovery Did Not Occur": Pending Home Sales Crash To Record Low  After tumbling in April, and rebounding modestly in June, analysts expected a continued gain in pending home sales in July, but it wasn't meant to be: moments ago the NAR reported that in July, Pending Home Sales tumbled 5.5% MoM, a huge miss to the 0.2% expected gain (and down from a 4.8% increase in June), and also slumped 4.6% YoY, a modest improvement from the 7.8% plunged in June but also missing expectations of a -2.0% drop. That dragged the Pending home sales index to 70.2%, a fresh record low. The Pending Home Sales Index is a leading indicator for the housing sector, based on pending sales of existing homes. A sale is listed as pending when the contract has been signed but the transaction has not closed, though the sale usually is finalized within one or two months of signing. "A sales recovery did not occur in midsummer. The positive impact of job growth and higher inventory could not overcome affordability challenges and some degree of wait-and-see related to the upcoming U.S. presidential election," NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun said in a statement. Sales decreased in all four US regions, especially in the Midwest and South. The Northeast registered the smallest decline last month, and Yun noted the New England region has performed better than others recently. The Northeast PHSI waned 1.4% from last month to 64.6, an increase of 2.4% from July 2023. The Midwest index reduced 7.8% to 67.8 in July, down 11.4% from one year ago. The South PHSI sank 6.

Watch The X22 Report On Video No videos found Click On Picture To See Larger Picture The top level of the Unions are fighting against Trump, the people in the Union are with him. USPS priority shipping declining. The US added more government jobs than factory. Obamala is now trying to move away from his own policies that pushed through Biden. This will not work, Biden pushes back. The Fed own no gold, this will be it's downfall. Obamala is now ready for the next phase of the plan, first remove Biden, then move [KH] away from the policies Obama pushed through Biden, when this fails, Obama will need to bring someone in clean. Cyber attacks are increasing, the [DS] is already building the narrative of why the elections will be manipulated. Countermeasures are in place. The [DS] plan will backfire on them.   (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:13499335648425062,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-7164-1323"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="//cdn2.customads.co/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs"); Economy Anti-Trump Pollster Frank Luntz Stuns CNN Panel — Admits Trump is Winning Over Union Workers Like No Republican in Decades In a shocking admission that rattled the far-left establishment, anti-Trump pollster Frank Luntz dropped a bombshell on CNN, admitting that former President Donald Trump is gaining unprecedented support among union workers—an achievement no Republican has managed in decades. This revelation comes after the United Auto Workers (UAW) union has filed federal labor charges against Trump and tech billionaire Elon Musk, alleging illegal threats against striking workers. The UAW filed federal labor charges against Trump and Musk, accusing them of attempting to intimidate and threaten workers who engage in protected strikes. Source: thegatewaypundit.com Paramount TV Shutting Down, Laying Off Thousands Amid Industry Upheaval Paramount Global announced on Tuesday it would be shutting down its TV studio, laying off thousands amid the industry's uncertain future. The company announced that Paramount Television Studios will be shutting down later this week. In a memo to staff on Tuesday morning, president Nicole Clemens said the overall transformation in the industry has affected the studio drastically. Source: breitbart.com USPS Sees Steep Drop In Expedited Shipping Demand  The U.S. Postal Service's expedited package shipping services have seen a steep drop in demand, according to quarterly results released Thursday. U.S. Postal Service worker loads a delivery truck on Oct. 1, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois. The agency weathered a 40.7% decline in Priority Mail Services volume year over year for the third quarter of fiscal year 2024, which ended June 30. The category includes shipments for Priority Mail, which offers delivery in one-to-three business days, and Priority Mail Express shipments, providing delivery in one to two days with a money-back guarantee.   Source: zerohedge.com Under Biden, More Government Jobs Than Factory Jobs   President Biden claims to have created more jobs than any other president, yet the sector with the largest job gains was government, while manufacturing was near the bottom. The US currently has 23 million government workers compared to just 13 million factory workers. Out of the entire workforce of 268.6 million, government jobs account for 8.5% of total employment in the US. In Austria, a country that is much more socialist than the US, government employment makes up only 3.9% of the workforce. The key difference between a factory worker and a government employee is that a factory worker contributes directly to the economy. In the first quarter of 2024, manufacturers contributed $2.87 trillion to the U.S. economy.

Watch The X22 Report On Video No videos found Click On Picture To See Larger PictureThe economy is looking very similar to 2008, but there is one major difference, it is a lot worse.Construction is laying off, housing is declining. Layoffs are about to pickup. Bezos is dumping Amazon stock. Does he know something. Powell shoots for Sept rate cut. Patriots ready to take control of the economy. The [DS] is slowly building the narrative to remove Biden. [BO] is now positioning himself for the election. The process is slow, you must show the people and the people must demand a change of batter. The [DS] is now placing all the pieces together for WWIII. Trump has countermeasures standing by.   (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:13499335648425062,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-7164-1323"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="//cdn2.customads.co/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs"); Economy https://twitter.com/KobeissiLetter/status/1810751968870019094  Meanwhile, new home sales have officially dropped below pre-pandemic levels for the first time. It would take ~9 months current new inventory to sell if it sold at the current pace without new inventory coming to the market, 2nd longest duration since 2009. Is the housing run coming to an end? https://twitter.com/KobeissiLetter/status/1811013184402108877 month, the largest increase since September 2023. Meanwhile, 1.858 million Americans are now receiving jobless benefits, the most since 2021. The US labor market is weaker than it seems. Illinois Is A Drag On US Economy, Continues To Be A 'Taker' From Federal Govt; New Report Shows   A new report says Illinois, with the fifth largest state economy in the nation, is helping pull the country down. It should come as no surprise, therefore, that other new reports continue to show that Illinois is a “net taker” in terms of its balance of payments with the federal government. Five years ago, Illinois gave up its long-held claim that it sends the federal government more than it gets in return, and that “net taker” status continues today. The results are damning for Illinois by all four measures, with the state ranking from 45th to 47th on each among the states: Real GDP: Since the fourth quarter of 2019, the United States has grown 8.6% post-COVID-19, but Illinois' economy has grown only 2.8%, ranking 46th among the states. Total nonfarm payroll: The U.S. and Illinois both lost jobs during the first two months of the pandemic. But since then, U.S. payrolls grew by 4.1%. Illinois, however, has barely surpassed its pre-COVID-19 level, with only 0.2% growth. That ranks Illinois 45th in the nation. Unemployment rate: From March 2020 through May 2024, the U.S average unemployment rate was 5.1% but Illinois was 6.0%, ranking Illinois 45th in the nation. Illinois has consistently been about 0.8% to 0.9% above the U.S. average for the last decade. Currently, Illinois' unemployment rate was 4.9% in May, which is 0.9% higher than the U.S. average of 4.0  Personal Income: Illinois was one of the slowest-growing states regarding total income growth since the outbreak of COVID-19. Since the fourth quarter of 2019, Illinois' total income grew by 22.0%, significantly below the U.S. increase of 27.2%, ranking 46th over this period. Notably, Illinois did much worse than all of its neighboring states by each of those measures for those periods. The only exception is that Wisconsin was 47th worst on GDP growth while Illinois was 46th. Full state-by-state comparisons are in the charts in the COGFA report. source: zerohedge.com https://twitter.com/Barchart/status/1810777940642185351 https://twitter.com/GRDecter/status/1811029498806120920 This could push stocks to new highs. Hold on to your hats, kids!