There’s been a lot of noise this week, and it’s covered up the fact that President Trump continues to gain popularity with the American people.

“President Trump can’t get a break from negative press coverage, but somehow his approval rating continues to edge upward,” Investors Business Daily notes. “In fact, it’s now tied with where the ‘extremely popular’ President Obama was at this point in his first term.”

Here’s the first question in our new Weekly Poll: Why do you think President Trump’s approval ratings have continued to increase? I have a few theories – maybe it’s because he actually gets results, or perhaps Americans support President Trump’s efforts to shake up Washington.

The “negative press coverage” this week has centered on the crisis at our borders, which President Trump is stuck with since Presidents Clinton, Bush and Obama failed to act. 

In fact, much of the disturbing imagery coming of children-in-distress comes from the Obama Era – a fact the media liberals refuse to acknowledge. In fact, they’re actively covering it up, aided and abetted by liberal politicians including Nancy Pelosi (her hypocrisy is on display here) and Cynthia Nixon, who much like her leftist allies seeks to dehumanize hard-working border agents.

Which word do you think BEST describes the media’s coverage of illegal alien families?  That’s the second question in our new Weekly Poll.

This is looking like a battle the media elites are going to lose – Americans have enough common sense to know who’s to blame for this situation. And as Chuck Schumer illustrated this week, Democrats don’t really care about these kids.

One of the most sickening aspects of the media/liberal’s exploitation of the border crisis? The constant comparisons to the Holocaust. If you have to be told that America today is nothing like Nazi Germany, you are most likely beyond hope.

This cheapening of our debate makes the loss this week of the great Charles Krauthammer even more profound. Tributes are pouring in, and for our third and final Weekly Poll question, I have compiled some interesting quotes from Mr. Krauthammer. Let me know which one is your favorite.

And have a great weekend!
 

Ben Shapiro writes in the Daily Wire:  Here’s All The Proof You Need That Democrats Never Cared About Separation Of Illegal Immigrant Children From Parents.  FoxNews has this report on their website:  Trump immigration order met with shrugs and new demands from Dems: ‘This isn’t over’.

However, the NY Post (and National Review) is reporting that Trump reportedly suspends prosecutions of migrant parents with kids at border until “ICE can accelerate resource capability to allow us to maintain custody.”   The article goes on to say that “the Justice Department said there was no change in policy, adding more confusion to the rapidly developing story.”  Time will tell, but of this I am certain, President Donald J. Trump will put the safety of American citizens first and will continue enforcing immigration law has humanely as possible.  To the Cynthia Nixon’s of the world who stand in Churches calling for the abolition of ICE and believes that New York must become a “real sanctuary state, I say this, the rule of law is what makes America great, and the rule of law says there is a right way to come into anyone’s home:  by invitation, not breaking in.   

The Daily Signal writes:  How Immigration Officials Cooked the Books and Fooled Congress for Years.

Charles Hurt has this to say about the sad legacy of the Obama Border Orphans. 

Cal Thomas opines on the politics behind separation anxiety. 

Larry Horist opines on loving children is not the issue.  Mr. Horist also asks this question:  Are the #NeverTrump folks really willing to destroy America? 

Rejected: Conservative House Immigration Bill Fails.  

Betsy McCaughey has this to say:  China, not Trump, started this trade war.

The Supreme Court gave the country a costly “present” – if you shop on-line.

Mayor de Blasio, do you stay up at night wondering how you can push more people out of New York City?  Or is it just your love of union adoration that makes you squeeze taxpayers pocketbooks dry?

And then there is this:  De Blasio’s failures are fueling the demand for charter schools which means you will have to give the Teacher’s union even more. 

Trump administration proposes merger of Education, Labor Departments.

The Conservative Action Project is reminding Congress to REPEAL Obamacare. 

George J. Marlin writes:  Dems Elected Trump by Forgetting Working Class, ‘Flyover Country’.

Trump plans executive action to prevent family separations at border.  Typically, Democrats in no rush to help Trump, GOP clean up family separation mess.  Katie Pavich, examines the Executive Order here. 

Everyone who supports open borders:  This is a must read. 

GOP Senators Richard Burr (NC) and Susan Collins (Maine) voted against President Trump’s plan to claw back roughly $15 billion in spending approved by Congress earlier this year.

Every American will miss the brilliant mind of Congressman Trey  Gowdy next year, when he is no longer a Congressman.  

More Stars on the Flag? California Split Vote Has Implications for Entire Country. 

Census Bureau Has Been Co-Opted by Leftist Ideologues. 

The Tax Cap is still working…Thanks, Governor.  You know what they say, even a broken clock is right twice a day.  In seven plus years, Governor Cuomo does deserve our thanks on the tax cap and continued hope that he will veto the bill, passed by both houses, designed to exclude school district contributions toward regional boards of cooperative educational services (BOCES) capital costs from the tax cap formula, as he did last year.

Michael Bloomberg Will Spend $80 Million on the Midterms. His Goal: Flip the House for the Democrats.

Cuomo, de Blasio are high on hypocrisy over marijuana. 

The NY Post editorial says:  Cuomo is putting politics first with parolee-voting scheme.  Doesn’t he always put politics first?

Legislature ambles toward end of session with conclusion still unclear.

Grimm’s electability problem could doom GOP (commentary).

Wednesday’s with Walter E. Williams.

Mindboggling.  Every mention of voting in the US Constitution refers to “citizen,” how, does U. S. District Judge Julie Robinson reach the conclusion that requiring proof of citizenship violates the 14th Amendment? 

This is unsettling, just imaging for a moment, the legislation this person would introduce, while being paid by you. 

Conrad Black opines on crime and punishment. 

Justice Department Inspector General Michael Horowitz isn’t finished yet.

Congressman Trey Gowdy: “we can’t survive with a justice system we don’t trust.” 

U.S. to withdraw from U.N. Human Rights Council.

Right reversal, wrong reason.    

Tucker Carlson is right in his assessment. 

The self-appointed King of New York, AKA Governor Andrew Cuomo, writes to VP Pence to admonish him about “your policy of ripping children from their parents is a moral outrage.”  What is a moral outrage is not upholding the rule of law.   What is also a moral outrage, is the fact that their parents broke the law in coming to America…and you defending their right to do so.  As you note, we are a nation and state of immigrants…LEGAL immigrants that came to America through the front door, not breaking down the back door and sneaking in to take advantage of America’s heart.   You say you will “continue to fight to defend our American values and protect the rights of all New Yorkers,” and then you go on to quote Emma Lazarus.  Well, if you truly want to protect the rights of all New Yorkers, you must assure us that every immigrant comes to New York LEGALLY.

Guy Benson examines Sen. Ted Cruz’s “sensible plan” to possibly resolve this latest crisis. 

Buffalo Billion trial exposes more of Cuomo’s corruption problems.

Ex-SUNY Polytechnic president rigged bids to keep Cuomo happy: prosecutors.  

‘Utopian Petri Dish of America’: San Francisco Tourists Shocked by Conditions.

New York’s Department of Health is finalizing their report on marijuana and unfortunately it appears that the push from the far left to make marijuana a legal substance in New York has won.  Obviously, this is a bad political decision from the Second Floor who have failed to study the ramifications of Colorado’s change in marijuana use.  Making marijuana legal in New York is simply a ploy for votes and disregards the seriousness of adding another drug to the marketplace.  How pathetic is it that one would ignore the fact that marijuana is designated a Schedule I drug by the DEA and allow its use for a few votes? 

The Second Floor – AKA Governor Cuomo – also had an unusual response to a FOIL – Freedom of Information Law – request about Crystal Run, the Hudson Valley healthcare center under investigation.  Read the Times Union article here. 

Once an ally of Governor Cuomo, now former Mayor Stephanie Miner says she can no longer be silent on what she believes to be corrupt political culture that hurts real people every day, declares she is running as an independent for Governor. 

Prosecutor at start of Buffalo Billion trial: ‘Case is about lying and cheating’

The subway system in New York is in a desperate state of disrepair, yet DOH has spent $44 million on subway and bus advertisements since January 2014 promoting safe sex and social services.  While the DOH was the agency who made the payments to Outreach Media, it just seems that if the DOH had that money to spend on advertising it would better spent on making the subway healthier and safer to ride.  File this under “mismanagement,” or “misplaced priorities.”

David Harsany opines in today’s NY Post that Comey protected his ego at the expense of the FBI and the nation.  

BREAKING: DOJ Inspector General is Investigating James Comey For Potential Mishandling of Classified Information.

First it was President Donald J. Trump, now Rudy Giuliani and lots of others show their support to Congressman Dan Donovan.

In case you missed these over the weekend:  The latest unjust release by New York’s Parole Board and City Hall’s parachute for a failed NYCHA manager. 

Assembly member Crystal Peoples-Stokes sponsored a bill to fight corruption.  Now she DOES NOT support it. 

The Beat writes about enforced mediocrity.   

Charles Hurt writes:  Wanna stop parent-child separation? Build the wall.

This week’s release of the FBI Inspector General’s report on the Hillary Clinton email investigation featured bombshell after bombshell – more Clinton lying, actual election meddling, and unbelievable corruption.

All in all, not a great day for the FBI – and don’t let anybody tell you that the report doesn’t find political bias from bad apples at the FBI.

The fix was definitely in for Hillary. Lawmakers are demanding accountability, and even MSNBC admits the report is damaging to the FBI’s credibility (and MSNBC viewers are likely saddened that all of official Washington’s anti-Trump conspiring actually backfired).

The Daily Wire shares 12 things to consider about the new report – what do you think is the biggest takeaway? That’s the first question in our new Weekly Poll.

The report reads like a who’s who list of bad behavior – from Loretta Lynch and Bill Clinton to Hillary and Comey and the rogue agents who leaked like sieves and eroded the FBI’s credibility.

Who do you think comes out looking the WORST after the release of the FBI Inspector General’s report? That’s the second question in our new Weekly Poll.

Meanwhile, President Trump continues to get results on the world stage, from taking a tough stand against the world establishment at the G7 to moving the ball forward with North Korea to seeing progress in a united front against Iran.

Also this week, America celebrated Flag Day – here is a look at how this special day came to be.

In celebration of Flag Day, what’s the FIRST thing you think of when you see the red-white-and-blue? That’s the third and final question in our new Weekly Poll.

Have a great weekend!

Governor Cuomo:  can you explain this?  Fifty towns and villages that have lost upward of 6% of their population since you came into office?  Not a record to tout when asking New York’s citizens to give you another term.  You can’t even point to Buffalo (where you have poured millions of tax dollars into) as a success, since USA today listed it as the 34th worst city to live in in the entire nation.   New York needs new leadership; Marc Molinaro will work to restore New York’s economic engine to keep people here and revitalized cities and towns without government giveaways. 

The IG report has been released, most of it was leaked already.  You can read the full report here.  It really is disturbing that two top officials of the FBI thought they could stop a person from being elected; it is gratifying to know that they couldn’t.  Here is Guy Benson’s take on the IG report.   The FBI is ordering bias training to prevent future problems.   This appears to be new information:  IG REPORT: FBI AGENTS REGULARLY RECEIVED FREE HANDOUTS FROM JOURNALISTS.  Of course, Dem Senators Pounce on IG Report as Proof There’s No Deep State Conspiracy.  

Hillary Clinton could still face charges, experts say. 

Oops:  Comey used personal email for government business. 

I find it fascinating that left-wing thinkers are so quick to insult right-thinking individuals and whine if someone says something negative about them. 

The drive to jail NYCHA’s fraudsters…personally I think jail is too good for them.  How about forcing the fraudsters to live in a NYCHA apartment for a minimum of 5 years? 

Bombshell:  Maloney all smiles with diplomat who likened drug war to ‘Final Solution’.  Even giving her the benefit of the doubt that she is unaware of what he said, shouldn’t one of our representatives in Congress, who is responsible for drafting and voting on bills, know who she is being photographed with?  Especially before posting it like some teenager who just had their photo taken with a rock star.

Flag Day facts: 10 things you didn’t know about the American flag

The Manhattan Institute skewers Mayor de Blasio over the fact that the NYCHA had to be placed under the control of a federal monitor due to the lack of proper maintenance.  What is laughable is that the Mayor said he orchestrated to protect the residents of NYSHA. 

Henry Rex Greene opines on the dangers of assisted suicide. 

Seattle City Council listened and repealed its “head” tax to combat homelessness.  Business can fight back and win!

Pew Research says public support for the death penalty ticks up. 

Why won’t Congress cut items like this from the budget?

The Daily Signal brings us up to date on what hasn’t happened to the Internet since net neutrality ended on Monday. 

Gun control activist is now an expert on net neutrality…and he is only 18.  If only we were all as smart as he is.

A Philosophy of expedience – The Left’s jurisprudence is whatever sounds good politically.

Pompeo:  North Korea Must Denuclearize and They’re on a Tight Timeline to Get It Done.

Michael Goodwin writes in the NY Post that Trump’s historic summit is a time to celebrate – not nitpicking. 

Trump on ‘Special Report:’ US military drawdown in South Korea ‘not on the table’ yet.

Reports:  Yes, Trump Has A Plan To Kill DACA–And If It Works, The Program Could End In Weeks.

Wednesday’s with Walter E. Williams. 

The Korean War officially began on June 25, 1950 when the North Korean communist army crossed the 38th Parallel into South Korea.  The reality is that the Korean War became inevitable when the Allies met at the Potsdam Conference in 1945 and decided to split Korea into two parts to hopefully contain the communist and allow South Korea to practice democracy.  36,914 men gave their lives when that plan failed and thus began  the Korean War that unofficially ended on July 27, 1953.  On June 12, 2018, President Donald J. Trump began the process to end Kim Jung-Un’s belief that he can use nuclear power to control the peninsular and all her residents and any other entity that may get in the way of his plan.  He is cunning, calculating, and diabolical.  President Trump is proficient in dealing with personalities that seek the kind of power Kim Jung-Un has been acquiring all his life, but admits he may be making  a mistake.   The Singapore Summit may be the day Kim Jung-Un overplayed his hand while President Donald J. Trump called his bluff.    The NY Sun has some reservations about the future which are only natural due to the history involved.  The Heritage Foundation looks at what may come next.   Jim Geraghty opining in National Review-on-line thinks we have suspended our war games for promises and magic beans.   Guy Benson gives his analysis here and like many is filled with hope tempered by an ugly history.  Ultimately, time and the ability to verify, will let the world know if Kim Jung-Un was the better chess player.  Whatever the outcome is shame on the American’s who want Donald J. Trump to fail.

Charles Hurt opines on the G7 meeting prior to Singapore Summit.   The NY Sun says it is the collapse of the G7. 

It isn’t only in peace talks that the left want President Trump to fail. 

We are not fond of new government subdivisions, however, this may actually help government save money and keep us safe.

Study: Welfare Benefits, Minimum-Wage Hikes Might Harm Poor Neighborhoods

Governor Cuomo plays the martyr.

De Blasio can’t dodge blame for NYCHA disaster.

Molinaro:  Cuomo’s shady $1M Cadillac grant needs to be returned.

Common sense reigns in the Supreme Court decision on purging records.

The Post endorses Dan Donovan for Congress. 

What is wrong with the Assembly’s thinking:  Assembly moves to protect trafficking victims — and some pimps, too. 

And unfortunately, it is not only the Assembly that isn’t thinking about what is best for taxpayers.  How union construction privileges bleed taxpayers dry.   Bill puts sick kids second. 

How the Assembly can fight corruption and give the taxpayers a break. 

Michigan comes to its senses and repeals its prevailing wage regulations for road.  It will most likely save taxpayers 10 to 15%.  Yet, the NYS legislature is thinking about making it law here in NY.

First it was the Mayor, now it is his wife:  Nonprofit led by mayor’s wife gets millions from donors with city business. 

Michael Goodwin’s column on Sunday defended the government and slammed the NY Times.

Top DEA agent slams de Blasio’s edict on marijuana. 

Bill Mahar wants the economy to crash – and hurt our citizens – just because he wants Trump out as president.  Seriously?  And to add insult to injury, Robert De Niro is so full of hatred that he has to swear “blank” Trump while our President is trying to make the world a better place negotiating with North Korea?  What is wrong with these entertainment elitists?

Bill Clinton is no different than Bill Cosby.   

After one of the best jobs reports ever, the Trump tax cuts continue to make America’s economy great again.  Ironic, isn’t it, that many corporations that are celebrating the tax cuts with boosts in pay and benefits for workers, actually supported Hillary Clinton – who would never have given the economy such a massive jolt.

There was bad news this week, though, about Social Security and Medicare – both programs are facing fiscal catastrophes.  Washington’s answer for too long has been to do nothing, and Obamacare actually weakened Medicare. And now Bernie Sanders and the Democrats want “Medicare for All” that will put more burdens on the program.

Here’s the first question in our new Weekly Poll: What concerns you the MOST about Medicare and Social Security’s financial collapse? 

As Democrats go left and then even farther left, our conservative candidate Marc Molinaro is actually presenting sound ideas for New York. 

What do you think would be the BEST outcome of electing a conservative governor? That’s the second question in our new Weekly Poll.

Molinaro also understands that unlimited power helps entrenched pols like Andrew Cuomo take more and more control of our lives – so he’s pledging to limit himself to two terms if he’s elected governor and calling for term limits… two four-year terms for state offices including governor, and 12-year limits for state lawmakers.

Kudos to him for moving the term limits debate forward – and let’s keep it going with this third question in our new Weekly Poll: What is the main reason that you think term limits would be good for New York? 

Other news items I want to make sure you didn’t miss this week: 

• Many are celebrating the Supreme Court’s ruling in favor of a baker who didn’t want to participate in a gay wedding, but some think the decision was correct but “half-baked.”
• There seems to be no end to the Obama Administration’s efforts to help Iran – maybe this is the kind of collusion that should be investigated?  

Have a great weekend!
 

An article in today’s Daily Caller is making everyone aware of the Southern Poverty Law Center’s (SPLC) influence in social media.  The problem with this is that SPLC has a history of inaccuracies and routinely labels conservative organizations as “hate groups.”

The Obama-era program that won’t go away; it isn’t Obamacare, rather it is Obama’s “Operation Chokepoint” designed to investigate and punish businesses that engage in commerce that the Obama administration deemed to be on the “fringe.”   The Obama Administration truly has deep tentacle’s that are almost impossible to disengage.

Jonathan S. Tobin writes in the National Review on-line what the left has planned for its next crusade.  While the possible bill language sounds innocent enough, it is not. 

Social Security is rapidly going insolvent.  For the first time since 1982, Social Security is dipping into tis reserves.  If it continues on this path, recipients will face an automatic 21% decrease.  Even with this devasting news there are politicians who want to give illegal immigrants all the benefits afforded to citizens, which would only bring Social Security to insolvency much sooner than 2034.   Guy Benson notes that Medicare is in the same awful shape, perhaps even worse.   Both could be stabilized, if politicians only had the backbone to do it. 

It is way past the time to cut programs like this.  Congress must examine where our tax dollars are going, and end grants that are predestined to reach the conclusions the applicants want.  Here is another study that is a waste of taxpayer’s hard- earned dollars. 

One more reason to never give up, despite what the doctors tell you. 

NYC’s top schools wouldn’t survive de Blasio’s testing plan.  Bob McManus takes the Mayor to task on his latest boondoggle idea.  BREAKING:  Speaker Heastie says bill will not be taken up this session, but will be considered in 2019.  It is time for us to organize against this movement. 

George Soros pours money into DA races; does he earn some of that money from these races?  (Just a rhetorical question as the blog needed to lighten up a bit today. I wonder if Soros will be the big winner of the day.)