An Eyewitness on the Border
Posted By: Imright, 9/9/2023 7:39:53 PM
I’ve reported on the Arizona-Mexico border for a long time, and recently published a novel about a ranching family battling a drug cartel trying to take over their ranch. But for on-the-ground grit and realism, it’s hard to match the account of a Border Patrol agent who works the line every day. Early last month, a friend began sending me emails written by an agent who risks losing his job if his identity becomes public. But what this whistleblower sees every day is endangering the country he loves, and he has to speak out. Here’s part of his email for August 12:
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New York's police officers will face overtime cuts - despite increased crime - as the city continues to struggle with the financial toll of the migrant crisis that has overwhelmed the Big Apple.
Upwards of 110,000 migrants are littered across the New York area, with most arriving in the last 18 months from the southern border. New York City Mayor Eric Adams has warned the issue could cost taxpayers $12million and destroy the city.
Jacques Jiha, the city's budget director, has told not just the police department, but fire, sanitation and corrections to drastically reduce overtime.
Biden wraps Vietnam visit by talking with
business leaders and visiting a memorial
to John McCain 2 replies
business leaders and visiting a memorial
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Hanoi, Vietnam—President Joe Biden was wrapping up a visit to Vietnam on Monday, meeting with Vietnamese government officials and business leaders and spotlighting new deals and partnerships between the two countries. He’ll also visit a Hanoi memorial honoring his late friend and colleague Sen. John McCain, who was held for more than five years as a prisoner during the Vietnam War .
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Rob Reiner: ‘Democracy’ Can Only Survive
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Candidates Allowed 5 replies
if Trump Is Convicted and No Third-Party
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Cassidy said, “I don’t know if it should be the Constitution, but it certainly should be the House rule.”
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“Good Sunday morning. As you may have heard, after nine years and more than 430 broadcasts, today is my final Sunday in the moderator chair. To say that this has been the honor and privilege of my lifetime is an understatement,” his final statement began.
“This is simply the pinnacle of political journalism — something my younger self never imagined,” he added.
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Cringe: Kamala Harris Dances to Rap Music
at 50th Anniversary of Hip-Hop Celebration (Video) 25 replies
at 50th Anniversary of Hip-Hop Celebration (Video) 25 replies
She is one heartbeat away from the presidency.
Kamala Harris danced and twerked at a backyard barbecue as the world burns.
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suspension of gun rights condemned on
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Biden Greets Saudi Prince With Friendly
Handshake After Vowing To Make Gulf Ally
A 'Pariah' 16 replies
Handshake After Vowing To Make Gulf Ally
A 'Pariah' 16 replies
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