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A new ad is delivering a message to the world about America’s new border security measures under President Donald Trump.

Kristi Noem, the secretary of the Department of Homeland Security gets blunt, charging that, “If you come to our country and you break our laws we will hunt you down. … If you try to enter illegally you will be caught. You will be removed, and you will never return.”

BREAKING Kristi Noem is releasing a Massive Multimillion dollar ad campaign warning illegals

THIS 1 MINUTE AD IS A MUST WATCH

THIS IS A HUGE WIN pic.twitter.com/7kUqOGXlpf

— MAGA Voice (@MAGAVoice) February 18, 2025

Noem’s message:

I’m Kristi Noem. United States secretary of Homeland Security. Thank you, President. Donald J. Trump for securing our border and putting America first.

Let me deliver a message from President Trump to the world. If you are considering entering America illegally, don’t even think about it. Let me be clear. If you come to our country and you break our laws, we will hunt you down. Criminals are not welcome in the United States.

For too long weak leadership has left our borders wide open, flooding our communities with drugs, human trafficking and violent criminals. Well, those days are over.

Under President Trump we are defending American families and restoring their safety. If you try to enter illegally you will be caught. You will be removed, and you will never return. Follow the law, and you’ll find opportunity, if you break it you’ll find consequences. Strong borders mean a stronger America.

In fact, Trump’s orders to secure the border already have resulted in daily encounters of illegal aliens that numbered in the thousands and tens of thousands during Joe Biden’s occupancy of the White House to a few hundred now. Some patrols along the border happen without officers encountering a single alien breaking into the country.

Feb. 18, 2025: 3:41 p.m.:

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It’s true that Joe Biden created a border crisis for America, with impacts that will ripple for years as millions of illegal aliens now are in the country, while in office.

He turned health care on its head by demanding absolute pursuit of abortion and transgender ideologies.

The economy: Inflation was as high as 9.1% under his leadership.

Besides the damage inflicted on America as a whole, he left his own Democrat party in a shambles.

But one member of Congress is liking the idea that he took 40% of his presidency as vacation, wondering just what damage would have happened had he worked those days.

It is the New York Post that reported, “Joe Biden’s time as president was truly a sleeper.”

The report notes Biden, 82, “took more time off than any other U.S. president in modern history, spending 577 of his 1,463 days in office – or 39% of his presidency — on vacation.”

The numbers for Biden, and other presidents, were from the Republican National Committee.

“The average American — who gets 11 paid vacation days a year — would have to work 52 years to rack up as much down time as Biden scored in his four years,” the report said.

George H.W. Bush took off 543 days for 37% of his presidency, and George W. Bush took off 1,020 days during two terms, for 35% of his presidency. Donald Trump took off 381 days during his first term, for 26%. Bill Clinton took 345 days for 12% and Barack Obama and Ronald Reagan each took 11%. Jimmy Carter took 5%.

“Considering how awful his misguided policies were and the various crises they created, from the border to inflation, imagine the damage he would have done if he worked every day?” charged Rep. Nicole Malliotakis, R-N.Y., “I’m not sure if we should be mad or thankful he worked so little.”

While Biden took a jaw-dropping 23 straight days off, Aug. 8, to Sept. 2, he was busy during the last few weeks of his presidency, issuing pardons to thousands, including convicted murderers and rapists and a long list of his own family members.

RNC spokesman Zach Parkinson pointed out that now, Biden is “on a permanent vacation.”

Voters already have settled on Joe Biden’s legacy for his time in the White House.

Nothing.

The results of a survey, reported by Daily Mail, made it clear; “It is the one question that unites Americans when it comes to President Joe Biden.”

The report continues, “Ask Democrats, Republicans or independents for their one-word summary of his legacy and they put aside their differences to answer almost unanimously: Nothing.”

The results are from a poll by J.L. Partners, done for the Daily Mail, which quizzed 1,009 registered voters about their thoughts regarding Biden’s legacy.

The poll, taken just as Biden was leaving the White House, also found people responding with comments such as “economy,” “inflation,” and such. Democrats claimed their other memories included “good” and “stability.”

But “Nothing” dominated among all political subdivisions.

“When voters were asked whether they can remember a single Biden achievement, more than half say they cannot. Some 37 percent say they ‘strongly’ agree with the statement that they cannot name a single one,” the report continued. “Even Democrats struggle. More than a third said they could not name a single achievement.”

Pollster James Johnson said, “As far as public opinion is concerned, you have to squint to see even the echoes of a legacy—and even then people are more likely to remember it negatively. Biden’s biggest achievements in office—such as legislation in Congress – are crowded out by the overriding view: That he was responsible for inflation, and that he was a mentally unwell commander-in-chief.”

He suggested the history books may come up with a legacy, “but in the minds of the public there’s no legacy to be seen.”

Democratic strategist Brad Bannon told the publication that history will view Biden favorably. “I think he’s going to be regarded in the future as a prophet, because I think we’ll look back at the inflation Reduction Act and his other environmental activism, and say: ‘Boy, I wish we had paid more attention then to what he did.’”

A boy pretending to be a girl just won 1st place in the girl’s Maine State Class B Championship.

Before he pretended to be a girl he was 5th place on the boy’s team.

He’s a cheater trying to invade women’s spaces to get ahead pic.twitter.com/DYa5UjdPUU

— Libs of TikTok (@libsoftiktok) February 18, 2025

An investigation is being launched into those responsible for America’s disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan under Joe Biden’s watch.

It cost the lives of 13 American soldiers. It involved the abandonment of hundreds of Americans and thousands of U.S. supporting nationals at the time. It involved the abandonment by Biden of billions of dollars of American war machinery that was taken over by the Taliban.

And it handed Afghanistan, only days later, back to the terror-linked Taliban.

#BREAKING: Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth is launching an investigation into Biden’s god-awful withdraw from Afghanistan

ACCOUNTABILITY IS COMING!

13 service members lost their lives in Kabul due to Biden’s dumb “leadership.” And it’s time their families finally know the… pic.twitter.com/BBX5OZcPLU

— Nick Sortor (@nicksortor) February 18, 2025

It is Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth who said accountability to coming for those responsible.

A report at Breitbart explained Hegseth already has picked investigators.

“We’ve already identified folks that’ll be in charge of that full investigation inside the Pentagon. … I don’t have a timeframe on it. Sadly, we’ve already waited two-and-a-half years, three years since what occurred. I don’t want to wait longer, but I always want to get it right.”

When Biden ordered with abrupt withdrawal, a suicide bombing in response at Kabul’s airport killed 13 American service members.

“In addition, hundreds of Americans were left behind, despite the administration touting the withdrawal as successful and bragging about conducing the largest withdrawal in history. On its way out, the U.S. military conducted a strike meant to target the suicide bomber, but ended up killing an aid worker and his family instead. Then-Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Mark Milley touted it as a ‘righteous strike,’” the report explained.

Hegseth said his goal is to reveal the “chains of events, information, what happened. Why did it happen? Who made the decision? What was the reason they made that decision? Why did they give advice or not give advice? Why did they execute an order a certain way? Did they speak up when they were supposed to or not? I don’t think there’s anybody that feels like there’s been an honest accounting of what happened in Afghanistan.”

Exclusive: @SecDef @PeteHegseth Has Tapped Investigators for Afghanistan Withdrawal: ‘Accountability Will Be Coming’ https://t.co/I8BrSt30Pu via @BreitbartNews

— Kristina Wong (@kristina_wong) February 18, 2025

A commentary at Twitchy pointed out that at that time, “Biden decided he needed a big win. In July, he began a chaotic, unorganized, and rushed withdrawal from Afghanistan to be able to celebrate ‘ending the war’ before the anniversary.”

The result, it explained, “Thirteen American soldiers killed at Abbey Gate. Hundreds of Americans stranded in Afghanistan, abandoned by the Biden administration. Even more Afghanis who were American allies during the war left to the tender mercies of the Taliban. And almost $100 billion in cash and U.S. military hardware left behind for the Taliban to pick up and parade around for the world to see.”

It pointed out that Biden’s approval rating plunged, and “never recovered.”

Someone must be held accountable for the Afghanistan withdrawal, the most embarrassing U.S. military moment. Lives lost, equipment abandoned, allies betrayed. It’s not just a failure; it’s an indelible stain on our nation’s honor and leadership. The 13 dead soldiers need justice! pic.twitter.com/UMnaS9aGaO

— Joab Yarkoni (@balaganazo) February 18, 2025

Infamously, Biden, when the American soldiers were brought home in caskets, stared at his watch.

The report said, “Justice is coming. Answers are coming. Coming for so many people, but mostly for Sgt. Johanny Rosario Pichardo, Sgt. Nicole L. Gee, Staff Sgt. Darin T. Hoover, Cpl. Hunter Lopez, Cpl. Daegan W. Page, Cpl. Humberto A. Sanchez, Lance Cpl. David L. Espinoza, Lance Cpl. Jared M. Schmitz, Lance Cpl. Rylee J. McCollum, Lance Cpl. Dylan R. Merola, Lance Cpl. Kareem M. Nikoui, Navy Corpsman Maxton W. Soviak, and Staff Sgt. Ryan C. Knauss.”

Afghanistan was one of the Democrat failures mentioned by Sen. John Kennedy, R-La., during an interview. And he advised his Democrat colleagues on how to fix things:

“You just gotta try harder not to suck!”

Senator John Kennedy has some advice for Democrats:

You just gotta try harder not to suck! pic.twitter.com/dsuBkylxKS

— Townhall.com (@townhallcom) February 18, 2025

Marco Rubio, America’s secretary of state, has outlined several basic points on which agreement already has been reached for developing peace talks to end the Russia-Ukraine war.

That has been one of the major goals President Donald Trump has emphasized for his presidency.

Rubio, according to a report in the Daily Mail, revealed plans to “re-establish diplomatic facilities,” appoint a high-level diplomatic team to work on an “enduring peace,” and address plans for economic and geopolitical cooperation.

The U.S. launched talks with Russian officials with the goal of reaching an agreement involving the various parties that will halt war between the two. Trump already has talked with Russia’s Vladimir Putin and Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky by phone.

And America has announced that it no longer is giving virtually unlimited funding to Ukraine.

Involved so far have been Rubio, U.S. National Security Adviser Mike Waltz, U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and Putin aide Yuri Ushakov.

The war has been raging since 2022 and has cost hundreds of thousands of lives and billions of dollars.

“The talks came after Trump spoke with Putin last week as the U.S. moves away from isolating Russia, but Ukrainian representatives were not present for the sit-down in the Middle East,” the report said. Zelensky has insisted that no deal will be accept if Ukraine is not at the negotiating table.

The report said additionally, the five people at the first meeting will remain engaged, “so they know it is moving along ‘in a productive way,’” the report said.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio: “No one else has been able to bring something together like what we saw today because Trump is the only leader in the world that can… The only thing President Trump is trying to do is bring about peace.”

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— America (@america) February 18, 2025

Secretary of State Marco Rubio outlines three points on U.S. and Russia discussions to end the war in Ukraine after a meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Saudi Arabia:

1 – Reestablish diplomatic facilities in each respective country.
2 – Appoint a high level… pic.twitter.com/tFQ04RqLKf

— Charlie Kirk (@charliekirk11) February 18, 2025

Commentator Charlie Kirk explained, “America does NOT have to be engaged in an endless proxy war with Russia. We can have peace and even cooperation. What a breath of fresh air.”

Rubio noted, “The only leader in the world who can make this happen, who can even bring people together to begin to talk about it in a serious way is President Trump.”

And he affirmed that “everyone involved” has to be on board with a resolution.

Waltz said the issue of territory taken by Russia would have to be discussed.

“What the president did not find acceptable was an endless war in Europe that was literally turning into, has turned into a meat grinder of people on both sides,” Waltz said.

Zelensky has said Ukraine will not “give in” to Russian ultimatums.

“As president of Ukraine, I have never given any guarantees to anyone or confirmed anything. Moreover, I have never intended to accept Russia’s ultimatums. And I am not going to,” Zelensky said.

While European leaders were not at the table, either, French President Emmanuel Macron met with other European leaders in Paris on the topic.

Macron said the leaders want a “strong and lasting peace in Ukraine” and suggested one component is that Russia end its “aggression.”

Rubio also, on his trip, addressed the issue of the violence on Gaza, begun in 2023 which began when the Hamas terrorist organization invaded Israel and slaughtered some 1,200 civilians, and kidnapped hundreds more.

In my meetings with the Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Foreign Minister @FaisalbinFarhan we reaffirmed our commitment to implementing the ceasefire in Gaza and ensuring Hamas releases all hostages. We also discussed ways to enhance our economic and defense…

— Secretary Marco Rubio (@SecRubio) February 17, 2025

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— Tucker Carlson (@TuckerCarlson) February 18, 2025

Delta Air Lines is coming under severe criticism for doubling down on its push for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, or DEI, just days before Monday’s spectacular crash involving a Minneapolis-to-Toronto flight that flipped one of its planes upside down during landing.

On Feb. 6, Peter Carter, chief external affairs officer at Delta said: “We are steadfast in our commitments because we think that they are actually critical to our business.”

(Note: Some graphic language in this new footage of the crash):

Not flying delta with their dei pilots anytime soon pic.twitter.com/IWIlueoifd

— MAGA Firearms & Tech (@magafirearmstec) February 18, 2025

“Sustainability is about being more efficient in our operations and really DE&I is about talent and that’s been our focus.”

“The key differentiator at Delta is our people,” Carter added, according to Fox5Atlanta.

Among those slamming the airline in harsh terms is comedian Tyler Fischer, a frequent face on the Fox News Channel, who said on X:

“This is from Delta’s DEI website. An airline OBSESSED with the race and sexual preferences of their workers. Think the passengers who almost died in Toronto give a flying F*** about if the pilot [has sex with] dudes or the flight attendant’s great grandma was a non binary Native American?”

“Just land the damn plane right side up. Look at their site it’s insane:”

Another commenter noted: “Delta, the epitome of DEI zealotry, now faces the stark reality of their folly. A crash, not of mechanical failure, but of judgment, where diversity trumped skill. The wreckage serves as a stark reminder: competence, not checkboxes, should dictate roles. The cost? Peoples lives!”

Delta, the epitome of DEI zealotry, now faces the stark reality of their folly. A crash, not of mechanical failure, but of judgment, where diversity trumped skill. The wreckage serves as a stark reminder: competence, not checkboxes, should dictate roles. The cost? Peoples lives! pic.twitter.com/7lrpczVFr5

— Sapiential Sage (@Sapiential_Sage) February 18, 2025

On Tuesday, a day after the crash, Delta’s own website continues to champion DEI, with a variety of company statements and personal testimonials from minorities and homosexuals.

“We actively seek diversity, boldly pursue equity, and consciously promote inclusion to create a sense of belonging for all people,” its diversity page proudly declares.

It quotes Delta CEO Ed Bastian saying: “Thoughtful action combined with a focus on championing diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace and within our personal lives will play a healing role to help us keep climbing. The Delta family will use whatever means we have to move the world toward a better, more just tomorrow.”

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Julie T., a Delta customer solution supervisor in Atlanta, is featured in one diversity video, saying:

“A waitress came over and said that we couldn’t hold hands in a restaurant. And I was really just kind of heartbroken that somebody would feel tat way just because I’m holding hands with a woman.”

“I can’t imagine being in other places where I can’t be who I am, and Delta makes it so easy for me.”

Of course, of course, Delta doubled down on DEI
Choose who you fly with carefully or you may end up upside down on a runway…. https://t.co/mCr6rFSNhv

— Real Ben Garrison Cartoons (@GrrrGraphics) February 18, 2025

The site also promotes one of its black female aviators, Monique Grayson.

​”As one of Fortune’s Best Workplaces for Women, promoting diversity and intersectional empowerment of women is key to Delta’s culture and success. To celebrate women’s history and the impact women make on our world every single day, Delta is highlighting women across the business all month long.

“On International Women’s Day, we are thrilled and proud to share the story of Delta First Officer Monique Grayson.

“I knew I had the desire to become a pilot when I was approximately 12 years old,” said Grayson. “I’m just hoping in the future, people will see people such as myself, and believe that whatever goal they have, they can accomplish it.”

Delta Airlines, now powered by DEI. Feel safer yet or is this giving you dancing nurse vibes? pic.twitter.com/rkNnjojLap

— Ian Miles Cheong (@stillgray) January 17, 2024

Delta line check pilot Lane Kranz, a gay man, is also featured, and was asked why it is important for the world to see diversity in the flight deck.

“We’re a global airline that flies all over the world – over 300 countries on six continents,” he explained.

“Our company brings people together from different cultures, practices, life experiences and perspectives, and it’s important for our pilot population, and workforce in general, to mirror our customers. When you harness the energy of different people, that creates new perspectives and ideas – innovation. Innovation leads to change and change leads to opportunity. This is why diversity is so important.”

This is your reminder that Delta still has its DEI page up

It actually says “We actively seek diversity”

Including multiple programs aimed at hiring more ‘diverse’ (not White) pilots https://t.co/OrfImr2c2Q pic.twitter.com/5XfdYthDdN

— The Real Brandon (@BluecollarBran) February 17, 2025

When asked to share an experience at Delta that made him feel included, Kranz responded:

“One experience that comes to mind is when I was a first officer. I was flying with a captain, and he asked, ‘What does your wife do?’ I said, ‘I’m actually married to my husband, and he works for T-Mobile in Human Resources.’ He said, ‘Wow, that’s awesome. I’m not gay but my son is, he’s in college.’ It just made my heart melt when he said that. I don’t make a big point about me being gay, but if someone asks, I’m happy to share my experience.”

Wow, Taylor Lorenz posted this 2 days ago.

She circled the DEI and added “This plane is NOT going down.”

Notice the Delta logo at the top left.

This aged like milk. pic.twitter.com/wrauvjjJBV

— Libs of B.S (@Libsofbluesky) February 17, 2025

Meanwhile, Delta released a statement Tuesday with more information after all 80 passengers aboard the flight survived:

“Delta teams continue to respond to Monday’s single-aircraft accident involving Delta Connection Flight 4819, operated by Endeavor Air.

“In total, 21 injured passengers were initially transported to local hospitals. As of Tuesday morning, 19 have been released.

“Our most pressing priority remains taking care of all customers and Endeavor crew members who were involved,” said Delta CEO Ed Bastian. “We’ll do everything we can to support them and their families in the days ahead, and I know the hearts, thoughts and prayers of the entire Delta community are with them. We are grateful for all the first responders and medical teams who have been caring for them.”

“Delta’s incident response team deployed to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) Monday evening, including specially trained Delta Care Team representatives who provide support for customers, employees and their loved ones. Members of Endeavor Air’s leadership team are also on site to provide support and ensure full cooperation with investigators.

“Delta and Delta Connection flights have resumed at YYZ, however two Delta flights are operating with larger aircraft to allow for greater arrival and departure capacity Tuesday. A travel waiver remains in effect on http://Delta.com for YYZ customers for travel through Feb. 20.”

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