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Trump’s War on Healthcare Fraud Is Working. Regulators Shouldn’t Get in the Way.
And the hits keep on coming. Just days ago, Vice President JD Vance, HHS Director Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and CMS Director Dr. Mehmet Oz cracked down on $2.2 billion worth of taxpayer-funded healthcare waste. The Trump administration is right to make fighting waste, fraud, and abuse in federal healthcare programs a priority.
Trump Must End Germany’s Healthcare Freeloading
Here’s a paradox for you to think over: half of all new medicines are developed in the United States, yet Americans pay two to three times more for those medicines than people in other developed countries. If it sounds unfair, that’s because it is. The United States is the world’s leader when it comes to pharmaceutical innovation. American firms regularly research, develop, and market life-saving medicines that are then distributed all over the world. These new drugs don’t come on the cheap.
Trump’s Health Revolution Is Moving Faster Than Washington Expected
“Make America Healthy Again.” That simple slogan might sound difficult to disagree with, but President Donald Trump’s critics always find a way. Yet Trump is delivering on its promise. This month, his administration struck a deal with the nation’s largest pharmacy benefit manager to bring $7 billion in cost savings on prescription drugs to the American people over the next 10 years.
The End of DEI’s Legitimacy, by Ashley Herzog
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The End of DEI’s Legitimacy – The American Spectator | USA News and Politics
Much has been made of how a federal judge last week struck down the Education Department’s guidance advising schools to dismantle their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives or risk losing federal funding. Supporters of DEI have seized on the ruling as proof that their cause is resilient. It began when institutions abandoned intellectual diversity, punished dissent, and elevated ideology over education. But the larger picture tells a different story.
Mike Pence’s Evil Alliance with Big Pharma Won’t Stop RFK’s Confirmation
Is anyone surprised that Big Pharma is bankrolling the multimillion-dollar campaign to derail Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s nomination for Secretary of Health and Human Services? Former […] Source READ MORE
Mike Pence’s Evil Alliance with Big Pharma Won’t Stop RFK’s Confirmation
Is anyone surprised that Big Pharma is bankrolling the multimillion-dollar campaign to derail Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s nomination for Secretary of Health and Human Services? Former Vice President Mike Pence recently grabbed headlines when his new advocacy group, Advancing American Freedom, formally declared its opposition to Kennedy’s confirmation.
Return of the 'Medicare for All' vultures
OPINION: The Dec. 4 murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson brought back into the public spotlight advocates of socialized medicine. Like vultures, they always show up when there’s blood in the streets. Prominent again is Sen. Bernard Sanders, Vermont independent and self-proclaimed “democratic socialist.” In recent remarks, he began with a pro-forma denunciation of the killing by suspect Luigi Mangione as “outrageous” and “unacceptable.” Decency should have stopped Mr. Sanders there.
Ashley Herzog: Kamala’s Uncontrolled Price Control Hypocrisy
We support our Publishers and Content Creators. You can view this story on their website by CLICKING HERE. Vice President Harris received broad, bipartisan criticism for the price control scheme she recently proposed on everything from groceries to rent.
Kamala’s Uncontrolled Price Control Hypocrisy
Vice President Harris received broad, bipartisan criticism for the price control scheme she recently proposed on everything from groceries to rent. Even the Washington Post Editorial Board has denounced her plan, calling it “full of gimmicks.” This disparagement is understandable as the plan appears to be a cheap political effort to deflect blame for her administration’s high inflationary policies.
What If There’s a Tie in 2024? Here’s What You Need to Know About a “Contingent Election”
With the 2024 presidential election coming up, there’s talk about what might happen if the vote ends in a tie. Independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. plans to drop off the ballot in key battleground states but is encouraging people to vote for him in other states. His goal is to be part of a “contingent election” if former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris end up with the same number of electoral votes. Kennedy’s plan raises questions about how a tied election would work.
Trump Calls Presidential Medal of Freedom ‘Much Better’ Than Medal of Honor
Former President Donald Trump stirred controversy on Thursday by claiming that the Presidential Medal of Freedom is “actually much better” than the Medal of Honor. Speaking at his golf club in Bedminster, New Jersey, Trump was praising Miriam Adelson, whom he awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom while in office. “Miriam, I watched Sheldon Adelson, her late husband, sitting so proud in the White House when we gave Miriam the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
Eddie Howe Issues Liverpool Warning Over Anthony Gordon as Newcastle Finalize Fifth Summer Signing
Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has issued a stern warning to Liverpool, emphasizing that the Magpies will “fight tooth and nail” to retain their key players amid ongoing transfer speculation, particularly regarding winger Anthony Gordon. Liverpool’s interest in Gordon, reportedly sparked during the European Championship, has been a topic of concern for Newcastle fans. Despite claims of a £75 million move to Anfield, Howe is adamant that Gordon is fully committed to Newcastle.
US Inflation Slows to Slowest Pace Since 2021, Fueling Rate Cut Expectations
Consumer prices in the United States increased at the slowest rate in over three years last month, raising hopes for a potential interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve. According to the Labor Department, overall prices rose by 2.9% over the 12 months leading to July, the smallest annual increase since March 2021, down from 3% in June.
HERZOG: Labor Unions And Big Pharma Are Colluding To Raise Drug Costs
On Monday, the Biden administration held a listening session to hear about the so-called need for the government to regulate groups known as Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs). It’s little wonder why: regulating PBMs is a priority for far-left unions and Big Pharma — two of the most powerful interest groups that support the president and his party financially. You’ve probably never heard of PBMs — and if you have, it was probably through an ominous, rushed television ad you didn’t understand.
Was Trump a Better President Than Biden? Evaluating Their Presidencies
Given the current climate of the United States, the question of whether Donald Trump or Joe Biden was the better president looms large. Both leaders left their indelible marks on American history, but their approaches and policies diverged significantly. Let’s delve into the key aspects of their presidencies and assess their impact.
Biden Addresses Special Counsel’s Report Stating ‘My Memory is Fine’
In a surprise speech delivered from the White House, President Joe Biden addressed the recent special counsel’s report and defended his memory amidst criticism regarding his age and cognitive health. The President’s impromptu remarks came following the release of the special counsel’s report, which concluded that no charges should be brought against him for mishandling classified information.
This is how I’ll vote in 2024
I broke my ankle last week. This is the second time I’ve walked around a few days with broken bones wondering if it’s all that bad, compared to dealing with inadequate insurance coverage and 28-year-old doctors who can’t stand that I often know more about my body than they do. Still, I’m lucky. The good news is that there is one medical fad I never fell for: dealing with pain by loading up on “safe and effective” opioids.
Austin’s Basic Income Program for Low Income Houses
The Austin Guaranteed Income Pilot, Texas’s pioneering tax-payer-funded basic income program, has garnered attention for its positive impact on housing security. Launched in May 2022, the program provided monthly payments of up to $1,000 to 135 low-income families, with funding from the City of Austin and philanthropic donations. Designed to empower individuals and families to make impactful decisions for their well-being, the program aimed to alleviate poverty and improve housing affordability.
Is the ability to think logically genetic?
Well, this undermines my self-image. I always thought of myself as distinctly unsentimental; you won’t ever catch me watching “Lifetime: TV for Women.” I always thought I was a logical person capable of making rational arguments, but this DNA report from GenomeLink says the complete opposite. It’s apparently hereditary. What, you mean my mom calling political candidates “ne’er-do-wells” and “snakes in the grass” who are full of “baloney” isn’t logical?
President Biden Orders Strikes on Militia Targets in Iraq
Early Christmas morning, three U.S. service members were wounded, one critically, in an attack on Erbil Air Base in Iraq, attributed to a militia group backed by Iran. In response, President Biden ordered strikes on three facilities used by Kataib Hezbollah and affiliated groups, which the U.S. has linked to Iran.
Florida Man Pleads Guilty to Threatening Supreme Court Justice with Federal Charges
Neal Brij Sidhwaney, a 43-year-old resident of Fernandina Beach, Florida, has entered a guilty plea in connection with making threats to kill an unnamed Supreme Court justice. The plea comes after Sidhwaney made an expletive-laden voicemail in July, leading to a federal charge of transmitting an interstate threat. Sidhwaney faces a potential federal prison sentence of up to five years, with a sentencing date yet to be determined. The guilty plea was entered last week in Jacksonville.
I voted to ban abortion
…before I realized what could happen to me. Would I be the exception to the rule? A Texas judge ruled Thursday that a pregnant woman who sued the state seeking a court-ordered abortion can legally terminate her pregnancy…Cox’s baby was diagnosed with trisomy 18 and is not expected to live more than a few days outside the womb, according to the suit.
Trump Allies Warn of Serious Legal Actions in Potential 2024 Win
Recent statements from key allies within Donald Trump’s inner circle have raised serious concerns about the potential for a campaign of retribution and political prosecution if Trump secures victory in the 2024 election. On the War Room podcast, former White House adviser Steve Bannon, in conversation with Trump loyalist Kash Patel, asserted that the threats of legal action against opponents and the media are not mere rhetoric but a “dead serious” intention.
North American Wolverines Granted ‘Threatened’ Status Amid Climate Concerns
In a pivotal move for wildlife conservation, President Biden’s U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) has officially listed North American wolverines in the contiguous United States as “threatened” under the Endangered Species Act. This critical decision comes as a response to the escalating impacts of climate change and the resulting habitat degradation faced by these elusive creatures.
Biden Utilizes Cold War-Era Law to Boost U.S. Economy
In a strategic move to fortify American supply chains and boost domestic manufacturing, President Joe Biden is invoking the 1950 Defense Production Act, a Cold War-era law that empowers the executive branch to compel U.S. companies to support projects in the interest of national security. The decision, announced by the White House on Monday, is aimed at addressing supply chain issues contributing to higher inflation and enhancing the resilience of critical sectors.
Don’t Let Biden Turbocharge the Federal Bureaucracy
Americans expect the government to be honest stewards of their tax dollars. They also expect to be disappointed. For too long, they have witnessed government bureaucracy waste taxpayer dollars only to be told that it was a mistake that would never happen again. From the infamous $600 toilet seat paid for by the Pentagon to the $200 billion stolen from COVID relief funds, Americans have become used to the waste, fraud, and abuse that now seems inherent in our government.
Mark Cuban Tanks Consumers on Drug Pricing – DC Journal - InsideSources
Mark Cuban, star of TV’s “Shark Tank, is garnering much attention for calling out pharmaceutical industry greed. To counter it, he recently formed a company called Cost Plus Drugs that manufactures generic prescription drugs and sells them directly to consumers. He recently asked for Twitter CEO Elon Musk’s help in expanding the reach of this company, which already boasts 2 million members.
Beware of Far-Left Energy Policies Coming For Red States
The anti-energy radical left is getting arrogant. Following its implementation of successful radical initiatives in liberal states like California, New York, and Washington, which have cost tens of thousands of jobs and driven up the costs of home heating oil, gasoline, and natural gas, its members are starting to turn their sites to red states. And now they are seeking to reshape the American energy landscape in all 50 states — even energy-producing ones like Alaska.
Hitler was of African descent and had an Irish nephew who wanted to "out" him
I don't love the "I was today years old when" meme, but my Irish-American research finally gave me a good one: I was today years old when I found out that Adolf Hitler had an Irish nephew named William Patrick, sometimes called Patrick or Willy, who was actually kind of...
Ashley Herzog: Are Republicans Falling for Sanders’ Stealth Socialism?
https://bonginoreport.com/opinion/ashley-herzog-are-republicans-falling-for-sanders-stealth-socialism From Ponzi schemes to pandemics, the Democratic Party always manages to find ways to leverage small windows of public fear and outrage to grow the size and scope of government in transformative, dangerous ways. Case in point: Sen.
Are Republicans Falling for Sanders’ Stealth Socialism?
From Ponzi schemes to pandemics, the Democratic Party always manages to find ways to leverage small windows of public fear and outrage to grow the size and scope of government in transformative, dangerous ways. Case in point: Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT), the chairman of the Senate Committee on Health Education, Labor, and Pensions, summoned Moderna before his congressional committee last week to gin up support for his party’s far-left socialist drug-pricing agenda.
the BLM storyline that didn't check out
By Ashley Herzog Dear boujee media people covering the Ma'Khia Bryant shooting: please stop trying to downplay knifings in an effort to look "pro-black." They're already calling it the "murder of Ma'Khia Bryant" and referring to 16-year-old Bryant, who was chasing another black girl with a knife, as a "baby." This is the epitome of pandering. Even OJ Simpson thinks you're full of shit - and...
Is Christianity the worst thing that ever happened to women?
By Ashley Herzog For Women's History Month, let's revisit "The Da Vinci Code" and the myth of the Sacred Feminine. March is Women's History Month. In honor of women's history, I re-read The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown. The 2003 novel, which became a runaway bestseller, tells the story of how the Catholic Church is actively engaged in a two-thousand-year-old conspiracy to...
Montgomery County embraces Stasi-lite public education
Obesity is an epidemic. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one-in-five elementary school children is obese . The isolation imposed during the COVID-19 pandemic made matters worse. Maryland’s Montgomery County Public Schools did real harm to children’s mental and physical health with draconian shutdowns and masking requirements that made for good politics but contravened both science and data regarding risks to school-age children.
Police need training, but not like this
Police bodycam videos can leave viewers shocked and raise questions about training. Yet the problem is not just instruction at law enforcement academies. Rookie officers learn by example on the streets, and the lessons are not always good. A traffic stop in Alexandria, Louisiana, for example, shows how disregard for the Constitution can pass from one generation to the next.
How site-neutral payment could bring more transparency to the healthcare system
Recent bipartisan policy efforts have focused on price transparency for “shoppable” healthcare services, with initial Trump administration efforts to support hospital price transparency continued and magnified by the Biden administration. A renewed push for transparency helps shift markets over time and empowers patients to become more active purchasers of medical services, either individually or as part of shared decision-making with their physician.
On drug pricing reform, trust the data, not the rhetoric
The National Community Pharmacists Association recently commended the House of Representatives Committee on Oversight and Accountability for launching an investigation into pharmacy benefit managers, or PBMs, the organizations that health plans hire to negotiate with drug companies and get good drug deals for consumers. The NCPA also endorsed the PBM Transparency Act, which Congress introduced to regulate them. But congressional leaders, such as Sen.
Rush Limbaugh's legacy
By Ashley Herzog Here's what I wrote about his life and death two years ago. Rush Limbaugh's funeral was today. My take on him and it: yes, he was a pioneer of talk radio who offered a valuable counter to the biased media back when there was no cable, and three networks and a handful of major newspapers had total control over information dissemination in America. On the other hand, he was hands-down the person most responsible for the...
Government is biggest problem in America
It’s no longer the economy, stupid. It’s the government. WHITE HOUSE REPORT CARD: 'HOME OF THE WHOPPER' In a change tied to President Joe Biden’s poor approval ratings and the drawn-out battle to elect Rep.
Researcher admits electric vehicles have hidden ‘concerning’ environmental costs
Electric vehicles’ batteries “require lots of different mined materials ,” which are causing “concerning” environmental impacts , according to one researcher.
DOJ reveals reason for 'stonewalling' investigations into Biden, Trump docs Original
The Justice Department made it official — the two recent special counsel appointments are among their top justifications for stonewalling congressional investigations into the classified documents sagas surrounding former President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden .
State of the economy — taking hits and running up deficits
The state of the economy as President Joe Biden prepares for his State of the Union address is uncertain: While the country has dodged a long-feared recession so far, there are signs of trouble, and families have been scorched by high inflation . Government finances, meanwhile, are in bad shape and set to be the subject of a clash between the White House and congressional Republicans.
Short- and long-term solutions to the healthcare affordability problem
One of Joe Biden’s top donors once offered the president’s troubled niece Caroline Biden a cozy $85,000 salary job at his medical-device company only for her to complain the job was “below minimum wage,” RadarOnline.com has learned.Caroline, the 35-year-old daughter of the president’s brother Jim Biden and Jim’s wife Sara, was reportedly offered a job at the Orange County-based medical device company Masimo in the summer of 2018.The offer came shortly after Caroline, who was 31 at the time,...
Short- and long-term solutions to the healthcare affordability problem
Purportedly due to inflation and supply chain issues, drugmakers are expected to raise prices on more than 350 medicines this month. That will put many people, who are already struggling to afford their medications, in untenable positions. A 2022 Kaiser Family Foundation Health tracking poll found that more than 80 % of adults believe the cost of their prescribed medications is unreasonable. Unreasonable is one thing; unaffordable is quite another.
Air Force general warns troops of war with China by 2025, disagreeing with Pentagon assessment
A four-star Air Force general sent a memo to the officers he commands informing them of his belief, and the preparations expected for a U.S. war with China by 2025. Gen. Michael A. Minihan, who heads Air Mobility Command and oversees the service’s fleet of transport and refueling aircraft, sent the memo on Friday, though dated Feb. 1, 2023, that said the conditions will be ripe for war for Chinese leader Xi Jinping in 2025.
The West is losing weapons production race to Russia, NATO ally says
Russia ’s defense industry has “almost doubled” its prewar ammunition production rates, according to a senior NATO member defense official who estimated that Ukrainian forces could face as many as 10,000 incoming rounds per day. “Russia can still manufacture a lot of dumb bombs,” the Estonian defense minister’s permanent secretary, Kusti Salm, told reporters in Washington this week. "And dumb bombs are also 152 [mm] artillery that does the most damage in the battlefield. ...
Belief in astrology is linked to narcissism and low intelligence
Is “New Age” spirituality a poor replacement for the real thing? Not long ago, a friend forwarded me a headline from the popular magazine Psychology Today: “Who Believes in Astrology? The Odd Role of Narcissism.” We both shared a laugh over it. As members of the Millennial generation, we both hear a lot of talk about horoscopes, healing crystals, and elusive “energies” that supposedly radiate from our fellow humans.
In family court, you're guilty until proven innocent
By Ashley Herzog This black military veteran was a victim of domestic violence. So why is the court system giving custody of his son to his abuser? Tommy Smith, a black man and a U.S. military veteran, was a victim of domestic violence. In fact, his now ex-wife spent a few days in jail for assaulting him. Smith tried to go through the "proper channels" to get help, as domestic violence...
Bad advice we get from Disney princesses
By Ashley Herzog Disney princesses and feminist values don't mix. Photo by Capricorn song on Unsplash Last week, I wrote about how the "black Little Mermaid" controversy ignores the fact that the storyline is the problem. This is true no matter who plays Ariel in the upcoming live action movie. In fact, I believe Disney made the decision to cast a "black Ariel" to make feminist moms feel better about ...
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