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Kristi Noem: Trump VP hopeful outlawed in six Native American reservations bbc
Two Native American tribes in South Dakota have barred its governor, Kristi Noem, from their land as she doubles down on derogatory commentary against tribal leaders and reservation life.
The latest bans add to existing exclusions from four other reservations this year. Ms Noem is now banned from nearly one-fifth of state territory.
It comes after the Republican cut short a disastrous national media book tour.
Ms Noem was once a frontrunner to be Donald Trump's running mate this year.
Less than three months ago, she topped a poll of candidates to run as vice-president for the November election. However, a crop of recent controversies, including a story of how she shot a pet dog, have drawn bipartisan criticism.
The Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate and Yankton Sioux tribes on Friday passed separate resolutions to prohibit Ms Noem from setting foot in their territory.
The tribes joined the Cheyenne River Sioux, Oglala Sioux, Rosebud Sioux and Standing Rock Sioux tribes in making the state's chief executive an outlaw on their lands. It means six of South Dakota's nine Native tribes are now refusing her entry.
Tribal governments have a sovereign right to exclude non-tribal members from their lands, with tribal law enforcement prepared to act if necessary.
As governor, Ms Noem, 52, has often been at odds with these authorities. While tribal and federal authorities have criminal jurisdiction over reservations, she has sought to expand state power.
She was banished in 2019 by the Oglala Sioux Tribal Council after signing anti-riot legislation in response to Native-led protests against the Keystone XL pipeline, and then again earlier this year over rhetoric linking illegal immigration to crime on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation.
The governor also ignored tribal objections to a 2020 fireworks display over Mount Rushmore and clashed with tribal leaders after they set up coronavirus checkpoints to control visits to their reservations.
Most recently, she alleged Native children "don't have any hope" because of absentee parents and suggested without evidence that tribal leaders were "personally benefitting" from drug cartel operators.
"Governor Kristi Noem's wild and irresponsible attempt to connect tribal leaders and parents with Mexican drug cartels is a sad reflection of her fear-based politics that do nothing to bring people together to solve problems," Janet Alkire, chairwoman of the Standing Rock Sioux, wrote in a lengthy five-page rebuke in March.
Tribal leaders have called on Ms Noem to apologise, but she instead issued a statement earlier this month calling on them to "banish the cartels from tribal lands".
The governor's office did not respond to the BBC's request for comment.
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Two Native American tribes in South Dakota have barred its governor, Kristi Noem, from their land as she doubles down on derogatory commentary against tribal leaders and reservation life.
The latest bans add to existing exclusions from four other reservations this year. Ms Noem is now banned from nearly one-fifth of state territory.
It comes after the Republican cut short a disastrous national media book tour.
Ms Noem was once a frontrunner to be Donald Trump's running mate this year.
Less than three months ago, she topped a poll of candidates to run as vice-president for the November election. However, a crop of recent controversies, including a story of how she shot a pet dog, have drawn bipartisan criticism.
The Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate and Yankton Sioux tribes on Friday passed separate resolutions to prohibit Ms Noem from setting foot in their territory.
The tribes joined the Cheyenne River Sioux, Oglala Sioux, Rosebud Sioux and Standing Rock Sioux tribes in making the state's chief executive an outlaw on their lands. It means six of South Dakota's nine Native tribes are now refusing her entry.
Tribal governments have a sovereign right to exclude non-tribal members from their lands, with tribal law enforcement prepared to act if necessary.
As governor, Ms Noem, 52, has often been at odds with these authorities. While tribal and federal authorities have criminal jurisdiction over reservations, she has sought to expand state power.
She was banished in 2019 by the Oglala Sioux Tribal Council after signing anti-riot legislation in response to Native-led protests against the Keystone XL pipeline, and then again earlier this year over rhetoric linking illegal immigration to crime on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation.
The governor also ignored tribal objections to a 2020 fireworks display over Mount Rushmore and clashed with tribal leaders after they set up coronavirus checkpoints to control visits to their reservations.
Most recently, she alleged Native children "don't have any hope" because of absentee parents and suggested without evidence that tribal leaders were "personally benefitting" from drug cartel operators.
"Governor Kristi Noem's wild and irresponsible attempt to connect tribal leaders and parents with Mexican drug cartels is a sad reflection of her fear-based politics that do nothing to bring people together to solve problems," Janet Alkire, chairwoman of the Standing Rock Sioux, wrote in a lengthy five-page rebuke in March.
Tribal leaders have called on Ms Noem to apologise, but she instead issued a statement earlier this month calling on them to "banish the cartels from tribal lands".
The governor's office did not respond to the BBC's request for comment.
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Maybe as an actress?
DOW, Nasdaq, and S&P all hit record highs on the same day. GREAT quote by Romney
Sen. Mitt Romney (R-UT) told MSNBC on Wednesday there was “no question” that the economy was “strong” and “doing well.”
After MSNBC host Stephanie Ruhle asked Romney during an interview why he was so optimistic about the future of the country, Romney replied, “First of all, America is an extraordinarily resilient country.”
He explained, “We just had this extraordinary pandemic, and yet our economy is strong, low levels of unemployment, it’s extraordinary, and it’s not because the president is pulling all the levers in the right way. No, it’s not. It’s because the American people are fulfilling their dreams.”
“So the economy is strong?” questioned Ruhle.
Romney responded:
Mitt Romney: There’s ‘No Question’ That ‘The Economy Is Strong’ and ‘Doing Well’
Sen. Mitt Romney (R-UT) told MSNBC on Wednesday there was “no question” that the economy was “strong” and “doing well.”
After MSNBC host Stephanie Ruhle asked Romney during an interview why he was so optimistic about the future of the country, Romney replied, “First of all, America is an extraordinarily resilient country.”
He explained, “We just had this extraordinary pandemic, and yet our economy is strong, low levels of unemployment, it’s extraordinary, and it’s not because the president is pulling all the levers in the right way. No, it’s not. It’s because the American people are fulfilling their dreams.”
“So the economy is strong?” questioned Ruhle.
Romney responded:
US Military Drone changes the Game and maybe combat forever.
Live fire drills at night with Special Ops , Gabriel drone was able to autonomously pick up and deliver 2500 Rounds of 7.62MM ammo and Food Supplies to Special Forces Ops operating in capacity on live fire simulation. 3 deliveries in 16 min total.
Meaning, as long as US forces can fly these drones on the battle field and have the supplies close enough to keep them in the air, they can pretty much provide food and ammo nonstop to US positions 24/7
he U.S. Army's new Gabriel drone may cause a major shift in warfare after the completion of a nighttime ammunition resupply drill in Hawaii this month, according to Special Operations Forces Report (SOFREP), a military news site.
The U.S. Army recently strengthened its tactical drone capabilities with the introduction of new systems like the Gabriel drone. The Gabriel (G1), developed by California-based Soaring, was able to deliver 2,400 rounds of 7.62-millimeter ammunition to an infantry platoon participating in a live-fire exercise drill in Hawaii. The drone dropped ammunition and food to soldiers on the island of Oahu in three flights spanning 16 minutes.
"Safe and expedient resupply capabilities are critical to mission success, especially in the dynamic environments faced by our service members," Soaring chief executive Daniel Trunfio said in a statement.
The drone, a multi-purpose vertical takeoff and landing machine, was designed for autonomous aerial resupply of ammunition during battalion-level Live Fire Exercises. According to SOFREP, the drone has demonstrated its effectiveness in various conditions, including night operations and emergency resupply missions, with its adaptability and reliability for tactical resupply in diverse environments.
On Monday, SOFREP noted how the Gabriel drone may cause a "shift" in modern warfare, adding that it offers a "reduced risk to soldiers and faster resupply."
"The successful trials of the G1 Gabriel drone signal a potential paradigm shift in modern warfare. Autonomous systems like this offer a crucial edge: reduced risk to soldiers, faster resupply, and the ability to seamlessly operate in diverse environments," SOFREP wrote.
SOFREP continued that the drone fits the U.S Army's goals of "innovation and adaptation."
"This technology aligns perfectly with the US Army's focus on innovation and adaptation, ensuring its soldiers have the tools they need to succeed on the ever-evolving battlefield," SOFREP added.
This comes as the U.S Army pointed toward the increasing need for low-risk methods for resupply solutions, noting a lesson from the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, in which they said the current method for resupply will "likely fail."
"The Army is working to identify a reliable, autonomous alternative for tactical resupply to replenish mission-critical resources at the point of contact with the enemy, without risking lives," Lieutenant Colonel Pete Walther, battalion commander in the U.S. Army's 25th Infantry Division, responsible for the Hawaii training event, said in a statement.
"Our soldiers require resupply of water and ammunition to continue the fight, however lessons from the Ukraine conflict teach us that our current forms of tactical resupply will likely fail, especially in the Pacific region. There is a real need for innovative low-risk resupply solutions critical to the success of the operation."
Amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, tensions between NATO countries and the Kremlin have continued as NATO leaders have increasingly warned that direct conflict with Moscow is a realistic danger.
Russian President Vladimir Putin and senior Russian officials have repeatedly talked about nuclear escalation against Kyiv and its Western partners since Moscow launched its invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022.
Live fire drills at night with Special Ops , Gabriel drone was able to autonomously pick up and deliver 2500 Rounds of 7.62MM ammo and Food Supplies to Special Forces Ops operating in capacity on live fire simulation. 3 deliveries in 16 min total.
Meaning, as long as US forces can fly these drones on the battle field and have the supplies close enough to keep them in the air, they can pretty much provide food and ammo nonstop to US positions 24/7
US Army's New Gabriel Drone May Cause Major 'Shift' in Warfare
he U.S. Army's new Gabriel drone may cause a major shift in warfare after the completion of a nighttime ammunition resupply drill in Hawaii this month, according to Special Operations Forces Report (SOFREP), a military news site.
The U.S. Army recently strengthened its tactical drone capabilities with the introduction of new systems like the Gabriel drone. The Gabriel (G1), developed by California-based Soaring, was able to deliver 2,400 rounds of 7.62-millimeter ammunition to an infantry platoon participating in a live-fire exercise drill in Hawaii. The drone dropped ammunition and food to soldiers on the island of Oahu in three flights spanning 16 minutes.
"Safe and expedient resupply capabilities are critical to mission success, especially in the dynamic environments faced by our service members," Soaring chief executive Daniel Trunfio said in a statement.
The drone, a multi-purpose vertical takeoff and landing machine, was designed for autonomous aerial resupply of ammunition during battalion-level Live Fire Exercises. According to SOFREP, the drone has demonstrated its effectiveness in various conditions, including night operations and emergency resupply missions, with its adaptability and reliability for tactical resupply in diverse environments.
On Monday, SOFREP noted how the Gabriel drone may cause a "shift" in modern warfare, adding that it offers a "reduced risk to soldiers and faster resupply."
"The successful trials of the G1 Gabriel drone signal a potential paradigm shift in modern warfare. Autonomous systems like this offer a crucial edge: reduced risk to soldiers, faster resupply, and the ability to seamlessly operate in diverse environments," SOFREP wrote.
SOFREP continued that the drone fits the U.S Army's goals of "innovation and adaptation."
"This technology aligns perfectly with the US Army's focus on innovation and adaptation, ensuring its soldiers have the tools they need to succeed on the ever-evolving battlefield," SOFREP added.
This comes as the U.S Army pointed toward the increasing need for low-risk methods for resupply solutions, noting a lesson from the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, in which they said the current method for resupply will "likely fail."
"The Army is working to identify a reliable, autonomous alternative for tactical resupply to replenish mission-critical resources at the point of contact with the enemy, without risking lives," Lieutenant Colonel Pete Walther, battalion commander in the U.S. Army's 25th Infantry Division, responsible for the Hawaii training event, said in a statement.
"Our soldiers require resupply of water and ammunition to continue the fight, however lessons from the Ukraine conflict teach us that our current forms of tactical resupply will likely fail, especially in the Pacific region. There is a real need for innovative low-risk resupply solutions critical to the success of the operation."
Amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, tensions between NATO countries and the Kremlin have continued as NATO leaders have increasingly warned that direct conflict with Moscow is a realistic danger.
Russian President Vladimir Putin and senior Russian officials have repeatedly talked about nuclear escalation against Kyiv and its Western partners since Moscow launched its invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022.
I thought the best was the joke about Mossad agent “Eli Kopter” who was the pilot.
Several news agencies missed the joke and ran with the story. The official Hamas Telegram channel cited it as fact that Eli Kopter was the pilot.
Kudos for whoever started that on social media.
Misinformation spreads fear, confusion over Iranian president’s helicopter crash
Misinformation has been rife following the fatal helicopter crash involving Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi.
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Legendary prankI thought the best was the joke about Mossad agent “Eli Kopter” who was the pilot.
Several news agencies missed the joke and ran with the story. The official Hamas Telegram channel cited it as fact that Eli Kopter was the pilot.
Kudos for whoever started that on social media.
Misinformation spreads fear, confusion over Iranian president’s helicopter crash
Misinformation has been rife following the fatal helicopter crash involving Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi.
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Other than possibly being psychopathic, what is wrong in the head with those Republican politicians who want the death penalty for women getting an abortion? What is wrong with people who would vote for them? The women being put to death could be their daughters and granddaughters. I don't think any country does that. In at least 6 countries the worst that can happen for getting an abortion is life in prison.
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Katy Perry edited buttkerś speech... funny stuff...
US test launches hypersonic nuclear missile in arms race flex
The US military has conducted a test launch of a hypersonic nuclear missile which is designed to counter the rising military threat of China and Russia.Military officials said the purpose of the test was to show the 'readiness of nuclear US forces' and provide 'confidence in the nation's nuclear deterrence' amid fears of the growing threat of the outbreak of World War III.
The demonstration saw an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) blasted off at 12:56am PT from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California.
The weapon traveled more than 4,000 miles at speeds over 15,000 miles per hour to a test range on the Marshall Islands in the central Pacific Ocean.
'This test launch marks the start of a remarkable week for our Guardians and Airmen at Vandenberg, with two test launches scheduled from the Western Range,' said Col. Bryan Titus, Space Launch Delta 30 vice commander, was the launch decision authority.
'These tests hold immense significance, not only for our nation's defense, but also serve as a pivotal moment in showcasing the exceptional capabilities and expertise of our dedicated team.'
The missile is capable of reaching any target across the world in just 30 minutes after launch, Air Force Technology reports.
Moscow sits about 5,900 miles from California, while Beijing is about 6,000 miles away - the two nations deemed a threat to the US.
ICBM is one of two currently used by America - the other is submarine launched ballistic missiles (SLBMs) that are deployed from underwater submarines.
However, the US's Titan topped speeds of 16,000mph when it was used from 1963 through 1987.
Titan was capable of traveling to a target more than 6,000 miles away in less than 30 minutes.
The weapon traveled more than 4,000 miles at speeds over 15,000 miles per hour to a test range on the Marshall Islands in the central Pacific Ocean© Provided by Daily Mail
But the missile was phased out to make way for more advanced systems such as the MX Peacekeeper that had a similar speed and distance.
ICBM is a vital component of the US military's nuclear forces, capable of delivering a nuclear payload to targets around the world, but is scheduled to be phased out by 2029 and replaced with the LGM-35A Sentinel ICBM.
The US Air Force said that 'the Sentinel weapon system is the most cost-effective option for maintaining a safe, secure, and effective land-based leg of the nuclear triad and would extend its capabilities through 2075.'
The upcoming weapon will replace the 400 Minuteman III ICBMs currently in service for more than 50 years in Air Force missile fields at F.E. Warren Air Force Base (AFB), Wyoming; Malmstrom AFB, Montana; and Minot AFB, North Dakota.
Tuesday's demonstration was also the first of two test launches schedule for this week - the next is set for Thursday.
Vandenberg Space Force Base is home to Air Force Global Strike Command's 576th Flight Test Squadron, which is the only dedicated ICMB test squadron in the US.
'This test launch marks the start of a remarkable week for our Guardians and Airmen at Vandenberg, with two test launches scheduled from the Western Range,' stated Titus.
'These tests hold immense significance, not only for our nation's defense, but also serve as a pivotal moment in showcasing the exceptional capabilities and expertise of our dedicated team.'
While officials said the launch was nothing more than a test of the weapon, it came less than one week after Former Russian president Dmitry Medvedev warned that the invasion of Ukraine may end up in a nuclear disaster.
The statement, given on May 31, was as result of President Joe Biden lifting restrictions on Ukraine using American weapons for direct attacks on Russian soil.
And days before, Marines from the US and the Philippines carried out ominous war games on small islands a short distance from Taiwan in preparation of going to battle with China.
However, officials have said that such tests are not linked to world news, but are routine launches to ensure capabilities are up to standard.
