Biden fundraising explodes, RFK Jr loses it
The David Pakman Show - July 17, 2023
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RFK Jr LOSES IT, says COVID "ethnically targeted" to spare Jews & Chinese
Democratic presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been caught on a leaked video making controversial statements about racial groups and COVID-19. In the video, Kennedy claims that the virus was ethnically targeted, being more serious for blacks and whites and less serious for Ashkenazi Jews and Chinese individuals. The video was recorded at a fundraising dinner, and Kennedy said it was off the record, but it was published by the person who recorded it. Kennedy attempted to clarify his statements in a response tweet, suggesting that there is evidence of ethnically targeted bioweapons and that COVID-19 disproportionately affects certain races based on genetic differences. However, he later contradicted himself by denying that he suggested the virus was deliberately targeted to spare Jews. Critics argue that his statements play into the atmosphere of doubt and distrust surrounding COVID-19. While this controversy should be detrimental to his campaign, given the current political climate in the United States, it could actually grow his donations and support, especially from right-wingers who have taken a liking to his campaign.
Friendly Fox host CONFRONTS Trump, Trump LOSES IT
Fox News host Maria Bartiromo confronted former President Donald Trump, challenging his claim of having drained the swamp during his presidency. Trump argued that he did drain the swamp by firing individuals like James Comey and others he appointed, but Bartiromo pointed out the irony of firing people he himself hired. The conversation veered off into a conspiratorial direction when Trump suggested that the FBI plotted against him to remove him from office. He criticized Comey's handling of the investigation into Hillary Clinton's emails, claiming it was done for grandstanding purposes. However, the press conference on Clinton's alleged crimes actually worked in Trump's favor during the election. Trump expressed his belief that the FBI was corrupt at the top levels, mentioning individuals like Andrew McCabe, Lisa Page, and Peter Strzok. He also shared a story about policemen crying when he got indicted, which hasn’t been corroborated and almost certainly isn’t true. The big takeaway from this interview is that Bartiromo seems to be slightly turning against Trump after being one of his most sycophantic supporters for years.
From over the weekend:
DeSantis in trouble as malaria spreads in Florida
Florida is facing a malaria outbreak, which presents a problem for Governor Ron DeSantis and his presidential campaign. The latest disease monitoring report reveals two additional cases of locally acquired malaria in Sarasota County, bringing the total number of cases in Florida to six this year. Counties such as Manatee and Miami-Dade are now under alert. This marks the first time in 20 years that malaria has been acquired within the US rather than through international travel. Tying this to DeSantis, reports indicate that two public health roles crucial for combating the spread of the disease have been vacant for months. While some may argue that filling the vacant roles wouldn't have prevented these cases, it highlights the disregard for proper staffing in health-related positions in Florida. DeSantis has faced criticism for his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, including the appointment of controversial figures like Dr. Joseph Ladapo and the dismissal of individuals involved in COVID data reporting. This latest malaria scare raises even more concerns about his administration's response to public health matters and the damage he could do as president.
From over the weekend:
MyPillow Mike Lindell crumbling, sales down $100 million
MyPillow, the company founded by CEO Mike Lindell, is experiencing significant financial setbacks as a result of his involvement in election conspiracy theories. After major retailers like Walmart, Bed Bath & Beyond, and Slumberland Furniture removed MyPillow products from their shelves, the company has resorted to auctioning off equipment and consolidating operations. With an annual sales drop of $100 million and over 850 surplus items listed for auction, including sewing machines, fabric spreaders, forklifts, and even office furniture, the situation is getting serious for MyPillow. Lindell must have thought he could grow his consumer base by specifically marketing to Trump supporters, but he went too far by getting into the realm of conspiracy theories and making up claims about voting machine companies. This downfall serves as a cautionary tale against embracing baseless conspiracy theories and highlights the potential consequences they can have on a company's success.
More on the show:
-- President Joe Biden's Q1 fundraising blowout saw him raise more than twice what Donald Trump raised, and more than every Republican candidate combined
-- 2024 Republican presidential candidate Chris Christie continues to go after Donald Trump, and Trump is increasingly triggered and terrified by it
-- 2024 Republican presidential candidate Ron DeSantis finally admits that he does want to cut Social Security
-- A disheveled and confused Donald Trump speaks at Charlie Kirk's TPAction summit and makes a total fool of himself
-- Confused and angry attendees at Charlie Kirk's TPAction event give interviews
-- More than 6,000 copies of David's children's book, Think Like a Detective, have now been sold
-- Voicemail caller says he plans to celebrate when Donald Trump dies
-- On the Bonus Show: David retrieves his umbrella from a woman who stole it on the street, Biden forgives more than $39 billion in US student debt, Iran's morality police return in new campaign, Kyrsten Sinema outraised by Ruben Gallego again, much more...
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[David, it was a duplicate message by accident. Just delete one of them]
In 2020, we were terrified that DT would be re-elected, and we all voted for Joe. Now, in 2023, we have seen up-close WHY we were terrified. Yes, there are still millions of people who want to re-elect him (the same idiots who voted for him in 2020). “Millions” sounds like a majority of Americans, but it isn’t. WE ARE THE MAJORITY. WE OUT-NUMBER THE MILLIONS OF REPUBLICANS WHO VOTED FOR TRUMP. MILLIONS OF PEOPLE VOTED JOE BIDEN INTO OFFICE. Thus, when “thousands” of people show up at his rallies, they are not new people. They are the same ones as before. We don’t have to worry. The main concern for the Republicans is that someone (else) will beat Trump in the primary. DT will win the nomination, but Biden will easily be re-elected. WE don’t have to panic; the Republicans are the ones who will panic. And there are many Republican lawmakers who are disgusted that Trump gave their Party a black eye. He alone killed the Republican Party. They hate him.