Gas Bandit's Political Thread V: The Vampire Likes Bats

Bubble181

Bubble181

Dubyamn said:
Well since ignorance is your defense let’s just say the crimes of Destiny. I figured it wasn’t needed but you’re getting defensive about dropping a like on somebody you didn’t even register so here we are talking about how Destiny filmed himself giving oral to Nick Fuentes and then released that video. Now I need to talk about how Destiny runs an online cult and will seek out young women in his cult to have sex with, then records himself having sex with them without their knowledge and then spread those sex tapes around without consent from the women he filmed. That’s the guy you’re defending because you liked a hacky joke he made online.

But go on about moral relativity. I’m all fucking ears about how to excuse the predatory behavior of Destiny.
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"I figured it wasn't needed" because just name-dropping and calling someone a sex pest is enough now?
"You're getting defensive" - I literally liked a post made by GasBandit - not Destiny or whatever. And I'm not in the least bit defensive about that, I'm trying to show you that your perception is warped beyond reality. I didn't know who he was and I'm supposed to take your word as Gospel and instantly....what? Take back my like? Not read a tweet if i see it posted here? I genuinely don't know what you want me to do here.
What you say he did - and I'll even give you the benefit of the doubt and believe all of it without sources because, well, plenty of this type of jackass dickheads around these days - sounds awful and if it's all true the guy deserves to rot in prison and have his balls fed to him in a paté. But literally nowhere did I "defend" him or anything he did. Nor am I trying to claim he's in any way a good guy or defensible because he made a joke I liked. Notice how i said that BEFORE you told me who he was.

This specific case aside, sorry, yes, your morality meter is broken. Period. You're an extreme polarized person and a typical example of the left eating their own and any potential allies because they don't adhere to the exact standards you've convinced yourself are the Only True Way To Live.
 
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Dubyamn

Bubble181 said:
"I figured it wasn't needed" because just name-dropping and calling someone a sex pest is enough now?
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If people care about it they could look up the crimes of Destiny. If they didn’t they could go about their day not knowing that there’s revenge porn of Nick Fuentes out there. Which is a fact I wish I didn’t know.

"You're getting defensive" - I literally liked a post made by GasBandit - not Destiny or whatever.
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That’s what you did. Now we’re three responses deep of you defending liking the initial post.

And I'm not in the least bit defensive about that, I'm trying to show you that your perception is warped beyond reality. I didn't know who he was and I'm supposed to take your word as Gospel and instantly....what? Take back my like? Not read a tweet if i see it posted here? I genuinely don't know what you want me to do here.
What you say he did - and I'll even give you the benefit of the doubt and believe all of it without sources because, well, plenty of this type of jackass dickheads around these days - sounds awful and if it's all true the guy deserves to rot in prison and have his balls fed to him in a paté. But literally nowhere did I "defend" him or anything he did. Nor am I trying to claim he's in any way a good guy or defensible because he made a joke I liked. Notice how i said that BEFORE you told me who he was.
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I honestly didn’t expect you to do anything. I replied to Gasbandit. You’re the one that started this back and forth about how you didn’t even know who he was so you didn’t do anything wrong. Which I actually agree with you on. You did nothing wrong liking a post. Now when you got all defensive about liking a skeet from somebody you didn’t know was a sex pest… well wouldn’t say you’re doing something wrong. But it’s a very dumb point.
This specific case aside, sorry, yes, your morality meter is broken. Period. You're an extreme polarized person and a typical example of the left eating their own and any potential allies because they don't adhere to the exact standards you've convinced yourself are the Only True Way To Live.
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You have any specifics or are your only examples going to be not liking Biden because he funded a genocide and bringing up that a sex pest isn’t the best guy to be spreading around? Cause I’m all ears.
 
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blotsfan

blotsfan

Bubble181 said:
"I figured it wasn't needed" because just name-dropping and calling someone a sex pest is enough now?
"You're getting defensive" - I literally liked a post made by GasBandit - not Destiny or whatever. And I'm not in the least bit defensive about that, I'm trying to show you that your perception is warped beyond reality. I didn't know who he was and I'm supposed to take your word as Gospel and instantly....what? Take back my like? Not read a tweet if i see it posted here? I genuinely don't know what you want me to do here.
What you say he did - and I'll even give you the benefit of the doubt and believe all of it without sources because, well, plenty of this type of jackass dickheads around these days - sounds awful and if it's all true the guy deserves to rot in prison and have his balls fed to him in a paté. But literally nowhere did I "defend" him or anything he did. Nor am I trying to claim he's in any way a good guy or defensible because he made a joke I liked. Notice how i said that BEFORE you told me who he was.

This specific case aside, sorry, yes, your morality meter is broken. Period. You're an extreme polarized person and a typical example of the left eating their own and any potential allies because they don't adhere to the exact standards you've convinced yourself are the Only True Way To Live.
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I don’t think you’re a bad person for liking the post, but to be clear, Destiny absolutely is a sex predator.
 
GasBandit

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1/ A federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration’s “deferred resignation” program, which attempted to shrink the federal workforce by offering employees months of pay in exchange for resignation. The decision came hours before the midnight deadline for workers to accept the offer. The judge scheduled a Monday hearing to consider whether to extend the pause. Unions representing federal employees argued the plan is illegal, lacks congressional authorization, pressures workers into resigning under threat of layoffs, and has caused “sheer chaos.” So far, more than 50,000 federal employees – about 2% of the workforce – have accepted the offer. The buyout, overseen by Elon Musk’s so-called Department of Government Efficiency, was announced in a mass email titled “Fork in the Road,” echoing Musk’s approach during his Twitter takeover. Critics say the administration is using the program to purge career employees and replace them with political appointees. The Trump administration, meanwhile, called the “buyout” a “a rare, generous opportunity.” (Politico / Axios / ABC News / CNN / Bloomberg / Washington Post / New York Times / NBC News / Wall Street Journal)

  • The Education Department told staff that the Trump administration’s “deferred resignation” offer could be canceled at any time, leaving employees without promised pay or recourse. A sample agreement showed that workers must waive their right to challenge cancellations. (NBC News)
  • The Trump administration is preparing an executive order to cut thousands of jobs at the Department of Health and Human Services, including positions at the CDC and FDA. The order, which could be issued next week, would require federal health agencies to reduce staff and agencies have been directed to categorize probationary employees by necessity. (Wall Street Journal / Washington Post)
2/ Senate Democrats held an all-night protest against Russell Vought’s confirmation as director of the Office of Management and Budget, citing his role in Project 2025 and efforts to consolidate executive power. Democrats condemned Vought’s influence in freezing federal grant funding, which disrupted programs like Head Start. Despite their opposition, Republicans advanced his nomination anyway in a 53-47 party-line vote, with final confirmation expected Thursday night. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer called Vought’s confirmation a “disaster for working families,” while Republican leaders praised his experience in cutting government spending. (The Guardian / New York Times / CBS News)

3/ Senate Democrats delayed a committee vote on Kash Patel’s nomination as FBI director, citing concerns over his loyalty to Trump and past statements about purging FBI leadership. Patel, who never served as an FBI agent, also refused to discuss his grand jury testimony in Trump’s classified documents case, invoking the Fifth Amendment. Democrats demanded a second hearing, arguing Patel’s evasiveness and ties to far-right groups disqualify him. Committee Chair Chuck Grassley, however, denied the request, calling Patel a fighter against corruption. The full Senate is expected to vote on his nomination next week. (Politico / Washington Post / ABC News)

4/ The Justice Department sued Chicago, Cook County, and Illinois over their “sanctuary laws” that limit cooperation with immigration authorities. The lawsuit claims the Chicago’s sanctuary laws “interfere with and discriminate against” federal immigration enforcement in violation of the Supremacy Clause of the Constitution. Illinois Governor JB Pritzker defended the state’s policies, saying “unlike Donald Trump, Illinois follows the law […] We look forward to seeing them in court.” Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson reaffirmed the city’s “police department will not intervene or participate in any way.” Attorney General Pam Bondi, meanwhile, announced plans to withhold federal grants from Chicago police and prosecute local officials who defy federal immigration enforcement. (NPR / Axios / Slate / CBS News / Washington Post)

5/ Trump will sign an executive order imposing financial and visa sanctions on International Criminal Court, accusing officials of improperly targeting the U.S. and Israel. The order follows the ICC’s issuance of arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant over war crimes in Gaza, including using starvation as a weapon of war, and for “murder, persecution, and other inhumane acts.” The White House accused the ICC of creating a “shameful moral equivalency” between Israel and Hamas. (NBC News / Reuters / Washington Post)

6/ Trump announced the formation of a Justice Department-led task force to investigate “anti-Christian bias” in the federal government. Attorney General Pam Bondi will lead the initiative to target agencies like the DOJ, FBI, and IRS. Trump also established a White House faith office, led by pastor Paula White-Cain, and a presidential commission on religious liberty. At the National Prayer Breakfast, Trump said his faith deepened after surviving assassination attempts and urged Americans to “bring God back.” (Associated Press / USA Today / The Hill)

poll/ Most Americans have a favorable view of the federal agencies that Trump is overhauling, including the National Weather Service (76%), the CDC (63%), and the FBI (57%). (Axios)

poll/ 51% of voters have an unfavorable view of Elon Musk. 70% of respondents opposed “the creation of a government of the rich for the rich by appointing up to nine different billionaires to the administration.” (Politico)

The midterm elections are in 635 days.

WTF is Elon Musk doing?
Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency gained access to the Treasury payments system, Medicare databases, and federal personnel records, triggering lawsuits and a partial court-ordered restriction. DOGE’s expansion has led to fears of privacy violations, unauthorized financial control, and conflicts of interest, as Musk’s companies, like SpaceX and Tesla, hold billions in government contracts. Nevertheless, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt reassured Americans that “If Elon Musk comes across a conflict of interest […] Elon will excuse himself. ”The Justice Department also agreed to temporarily restrict DOG staffers from accessing information in the Treasury Department’s payment system.

Meanwhile, a judge temporarily blocked DOGE from altering Treasury payment records after leaked emails revealed Musk’s team intention to freeze USAID foreign aid. Trump administration, however, will reduce the number of workers at the U.S. Agency for International Development from more than 10,000 to about 290 positions worldwide. The court order followed lawsuits from federal employee unions accusing DOGE of unlawfully accessing sensitive government data, including Social Security numbers and personnel files.

Musk and DOGE have gained access to Medicare and Medicaid systems, which he said “is where the big money fraud is happening.” While the White House insists DOGE is simply identifying inefficiencies.

DOGE is also deploying AI to identify spending cuts, starting with the Education Department, where it accessed federal student loan data and sidelined over 100 employees who had attended diversity, equity, and inclusion training. “That’s the way you kill an agency – you remove all their ability to perform their role,” one government official said, as Musk’s signaled plans to expand AI-driven reviews across multiple agencies.

Musk is also taking on air traffic control modernization after a midair collision over Washington, D.C. killed 67 people. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy confirmed DOGE’s involvement, saying they would “plug in to help upgrade our aviation system.” However, lawmakers expressed concerns about Musk’s influence over FAA regulations, given SpaceX’s history of regulatory “challenges” regarding launch license violations, safety data submission, environmental compliance, and criticism of bureaucratic inefficiencies. “Musk poses a clear conflict of interest,” Sen. Maria Cantwell said, “he should not be part of the FAA air transportation system.”

✏ Notables.
  1. Trump promoted a conspiracy theory that claims the federal government pays “billions of dollars” to news outlets for positive cover of Democrats. Trump claimed that Politico, a “left wing rag,” had received $8 million, and questioned if The New York Times and other outlets had also “stolen” payments. In reality, federal agencies have paid Politico, New York Times, and other news media sites for products and subscriptions. Nevertheless, the White House directed the General Services Administration to cancel “every single media contract.” (New York Times / CNN / Axios)
  2. A federal judge is considering a restraining order to block the FBI from releasing a list of agents who investigated Jan. 6. The agents say exposure could lead to retaliation, but the Justice Department argues there’s no proof the list will be made public. (ABC News)
  3. Colleen Shogan is still the current Archivist of the United States despite reports that Marco Rubio is “the acting archivist” of the National Archives, alongside his roles as Secretary of State and acting USAID director. Prior to his inauguration, Trump said he wanted to replace Shogan, who was nominated by Biden in 2022 and raised concerns about Trump’s failure to turn over documents at the end of his term. A senior official at the National Archives, however, confirmed that Shogan is still the executive, and that said she “looks forward to continuing her strong working relationship with the President and First Lady.” (404 Media / ABC News)
  4. The Trump administration evicted former Coast Guard Commandant Linda Fagan from her home with three hours’ notice, weeks after firing her on Trump’s second day in office. Fagan had been granted a 60-day waiver to relocate, but officials ordered her immediate removal, leaving behind personal belongings. The government is now handling the relocation of her items. (NBC News)
  5. The Federal Reserve ended its climate stress-test program for major U.S. banks, eliminating reporting requirements for lenders like JPMorgan, Citigroup, and Goldman Sachs. Fed Chair Jerome Powell has previously said that climate policy is not a priority for the central bank. (Bloomberg)
  6. Rep. Al Green plans to introduce impeachment articles against Trump over his Gaza comments, calling them “dastardly deeds.” Democratic leaders dismissed the effort, and it’s unclear if Green will force a vote. Green previously pushed for impeachment, including a failed 2017 attempt before Trump’s two impeachments in his first term. (Axios)
 
GasBandit

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Then maybe the 10 people outside can move the 1 person outside and 2 people inside. If they stand there fuming and filming themselves for social media, it's as good as turning around and going home.
 
PatrThom

PatrThom

PatrThom said:
"Best and brightest"
My wife's reaction: "Guys like this aren't my biggest worry, it's the guys who think the same way he does, but are smart enough to keep it off social media."
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Here's a story about the 19yr-old to go with the 25yr-old, above.
gizmodo.com

DOGE Staffer Previously Fired From Cybersecurity Company for Leaking Secrets

The teen went by Big Balls online.
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Edward Coristine, a 19-year-old member of Elon Musk’s DOGE, was fired from his previous job at a cybersecurity company for leaking company secrets.
Another DOGE staffer, Gavin Kliger, [was] retweeting notorious holocaust denier Nick Fuentes and misogynist Andrew Tate.
The new report from Bloomberg about Coristine’s history is alarming but not entirely surprising. Much like Trump, Musk only seems to care about one thing: Loyalty to the leader. If you’re racist, it seems like that’s just a bonus for the billionaire.
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thenewsglobe.net

The Government’s Computing Experts Say They Are Terrified of destructive Elon Musk’s incursion into the U.S. data base

Elon Musk’s unceasing attempts to access the data and information systems of the federal government range so widely, and are so unprecedented and unpredictable, that government computing experts…
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This week, we spoke with four federal-government IT professionals—all experienced contractors and civil servants who have built, modified, or maintained the kind of technological infrastructure that Musk’s inexperienced employees at his newly created Department of Government Efficiency are attempting to access. In our conversations, each expert was unequivocal: They are terrified and struggling to articulate the scale of the crisis. [They] consider Musk’s campaign to be a reckless and dangerous breach of the complex systems that keep America running.
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--Patrick
 
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