What Happened Today - 8 July 2025
What Happened Today – 8 July 2025
200% tariff proposals on Pharmaceuticals….WHAT?
Trump’s Cabinet Meeting Today
The “Disappearing List” and the Trump Factor
Project 2025 update
MacArthur Park: Disgusting Show of Force—For What?
Thoughts, Prayers, and a Whole Lot of Misplaced Priorities
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200% tariff proposals on Pharmaceuticals….WHAT?
Hitting pharmaceuticals with a 200% tariff would be a disaster for us. For starters, drug prices would skyrocket—there’s no way around it. Most of our meds come from outside the U.S., so if we slap huge taxes on them, we’re the ones paying more at the pharmacy.
It’s not just about higher prices, either. We could end up with serious shortages, especially for important or hard-to-make medications. Even if they give companies a year or so to adjust, there’s no guarantee we’ll have enough U.S.-made drugs to fill the gap. That means people who really need these meds could be left scrambling or simply go without.
On top of that, all this would push up healthcare costs overall. Insurance premiums would probably go up, and anyone paying out-of-pocket would feel the pain immediately. It’s especially rough for folks who already struggle to afford their meds.
And let’s not forget, this could slow down new drug research since companies would have to spend more just to keep up with the new rules. Other countries might even hit back with their own tariffs, which could hurt other American industries.
This plan would make things a lot harder for regular people, especially anyone who needs medication to stay healthy. It sounds like a lose-lose for just about everyone.
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Trump’s Cabinet Meeting Today
Trump held a big cabinet meeting today and, as usual, it was a mix of big talk, some wild claims, and a whole lot of sparring with the press.
The Main Topics He Covered
- Texas Floods: He opened with comments about the flooding in Texas and said he’d be heading down there soon.
- Tariffs: He doubled down on new tariffs, saying they’re coming August 1 and that there won’t be any more delays.
- Ukraine: Claimed he’s the one who started sending weapons to Ukraine, acting like it was some brand new move.
- Washington, D.C.: Floated the idea of the federal government taking over D.C.—like that’s just something you can snap your fingers and do.
- Epstein: Brushed off questions about Jeffrey Epstein, saying the latest reports clear up all the rumors.
The Lies he told…some WHOPPERS
Here’s a quick list of the biggest things he said that just aren’t true:
What he Said and What’s Actually True
“We’re taking in $2 billion a day in tariffs.”--That number is way off—nowhere near that.
“No extensions on tariffs this time.”--He’s changed deadlines before, could again.
“Disaster response is fully funded.”--His budgets have actually cut funding.
“First to send weapons to Ukraine.”--The U.S. has been helping Ukraine for years.
“Federal takeover of D.C. is easy.”--It’s legally complicated, not simple.
“There’s an Epstein client list.” --There isn’t—authorities have said so.
How He Treated the Press
Honestly, he was pretty combative. Anytime a reporter pushed back or asked a tough question, he cut them off or dismissed it as “fake news.” When someone brought up Epstein, he basically rolled his eyes and shut it down immediately. The whole vibe was confrontational—lots of talking over people and refusing to give straight answers if he didn’t like the question.
The meeting was classic Trump—big claims, plenty of spin, and a lot of heat aimed at the press. If you were hoping for straight talk or accountability, you didn’t get it today…probably not tomorrow either.
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The “Disappearing List” and the Trump Factor
One of the big reasons people keep speculating about this so-called “Epstein client list” vanishing is because a lot of folks think Trump’s name is on it. The theory goes: if the list ever saw the light of day, it would drag down some very powerful people, and Trump is at the top of that list. The pattern of broken promises, shifting explanations, and refusal to release additional files has created a strong perception—even among Trump’s own supporters—that something is being hidden or covered up
He didn’t exactly help himself, either. Trump once said that if the list were made public, it could “hurt” some “good people.” Seriously? That’s just ridiculous. If you’re innocent, what’s there to be hurt by? The way he talks about it just makes it sound even more suspicious.
So, when you hear about this list supposedly disappearing, it’s not just about technical glitches or government screw-ups. It’s about protecting the powerful—especially those who might have the most to lose if the truth ever got out. The excuses, the missing footage, the endless rumors—it all adds up to a story that just doesn’t pass the smell test. And the fact that Trump’s name keeps coming up is exactly why people don’t buy the official line.
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Project 2025 update
Project 2025 is rolling out fast, and it’s changing the country in ways that have a lot of folks alarmed. 40% of the P2025 agenda is completed or underway. Here’s what’s happening right now and what could come next if this agenda stays on track.
What’s Already Happening
- Federal Agencies: Massive shake-ups—career staff are being replaced with political loyalists, and some agencies (like Education and the EPA) are getting gutted or merged.
- Social Policy: Rights for women, LGBTQ+ people, and minority groups are being rolled back. Abortion access is almost gone, and diversity programs are out.
- Economy & Labor: Big tax cuts for corporations, a push toward a flat tax, and deep cuts to social safety nets like Medicaid and SNAP. Worker protections and unions are under attack.
- Immigration: Mass deportations, expanded detention, and the creation of a new, centralized immigration authority.
- Energy & Environment: Fossil fuels are prioritized, environmental rules are slashed, and climate action is basically off the table.
- Media & Public Funding: Public broadcasters like PBS and NPR are being defunded, and FEMA’s role in disaster relief is shrinking.
What’s Likely Next
- More Agency Purges: Expect even more government employees to be fired and replaced with loyalists.
- Executive Power Grab: More executive orders are coming, giving the president even more control and cutting out checks and balances.
- Judicial Overhaul: Moves to reshape the courts and limit independent oversight.
- States’ Rights Reduced: The federal government is taking over more power, especially on hot-button issues.
- Civil Liberties Threatened: Crackdowns on protest, free speech, and press freedom could ramp up, with more surveillance and policing.
Why People Are Calling This a Slide Toward Dictatorship
Mass firings, agency takeovers….Loyalty matters more than the law
Rights rollbacks…Targeting minorities, silencing dissent
Tax cuts, union busting…Power shifts to corporations, less oversight
Mass deportations…Centralized enforcement, internment risks
Deregulation, fossil fuel push…Ignoring public input, climate denial
Defunding media…Threats to press freedom
If Project 2025 keeps moving forward, the U.S. is heading toward a government where the president holds almost all the power, checks and balances are weakened, and dissent is punished. The rapid changes, agency purges, and rollbacks on rights have a lot of people warning that we’re sliding into a form of dictatorship—one where the president’s will IS law, and institutions meant to protect democracy are being hollowed out.
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MacArthur Park: Disgusting Show of Force—For What?
This is and was ABSOLUTELY disgusting. The scene at MacArthur Park looked like something out of a war zone, not a city park. You had National Guard troops in full battle gear, armored vehicles, helicopters, and federal agents storming through a neighborhood where families and kids usually hang out. It was pure intimidation—military muscle flexed against regular people just trying to live their lives.
What Actually Happened
- Troops and agents marched through the park, scaring everyone off. Kids were rushed indoors, families stayed away, and the whole place emptied out.
- Armored vehicles and soldiers were everywhere. It wasn’t about safety—it was about sending a message: “We’re in charge, and we don’t care how much we terrify you.”
- Local leaders were furious. Even the mayor stopped by and said it looked like an occupation, not law enforcement.
Did They Even Find Any Immigrants?
Nope. For all that firepower and chaos, there were no arrests, no big “bust,” nothing. The park was basically empty because word got out that something was going down, so people stayed away. All that show of force, and the only thing they accomplished was traumatizing a community and making people feel even less safe.
This was a disgusting display—using the military to scare and intimidate families, all for a political stunt. No one was protected. No one was helped. And in the end, they didn’t even find anyone to arrest. Just a neighborhood left shaken and angry, and a government that seems more interested in flexing power than actually solving problems.
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Thoughts, Prayers, and a Whole Lot of Misplaced Priorities
So here we are again—Ted Cruz comes back to Texas, disaster strikes, and he’s quick with the “thoughts and prayers.” And yes, people absolutely need support right now. But Ted, let’s get real: your thoughts and prayers are completely misaligned with what Texans actually need. And how was your trip to Greece, did you enjoy it?
The Reality on the Ground
- We’ve got over 109 people DEAD, at least 161 MISSING in Texas, and a heartbreaking number of them are kids.
- Families are grieving, neighborhoods are underwater, and the state is reeling.
- And what do we get from our senator? The same tired lines and a PR tour after another vacation.
Why This Is Going to Get Worse
Let’s not kid ourselves—this isn’t a one-off. With all the cuts to disaster relief, weather forecasting, and emergency services, we’re staring down the barrel of even more tragedies:
- FEMA: Who even knows if FEMA is sticking around? They’re being gutted or sidelined, so don’t count on help next time a storm hits.
- NOAA & NWS: The agencies that warn us about storms and floods? Their budgets are slashed, so fewer warnings, less prep, and more people at risk.
- Natural Disasters: With climate change ramping up and less support on the ground, we’re going to see more of these disasters—and more lives lost.
Thoughts and prayers are fine, but they don’t rebuild homes or bring back loved ones. We need action. We need leadership that actually gives a damn and puts people before politics. If the folks in charge keep cutting the very agencies that protect us, the death toll is only going to climb over and over and over again.
DO FUCKING BETTER. Texans deserve more than empty words and a senator who’s always late to the crisis. Enough with the excuses—start fighting for the people you represent, or step aside for someone who will.
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WAKE UP.
Seriously, how much more are you willing to swallow? How many lies are you going to let slide? How many crimes, how many illegal stunts, how many straight-up grifts are you just going to watch and shrug off? How many of your own rights are you willing to lose before you finally say, “enough”?
Every day, more of our freedoms are getting stripped away, and the rest of the country—and the world—is losing patience with all of you still clinging to this mess. At this point, you’re not fooling anyone. People see you as hateful, uneducated, and racist. So what is it? Are you being brainwashed, or are you just as awful as the guy you keep defending?
This is about basic decency, truth, and the future of this country. If you’re still on board with all this, you need to take a long, hard look in the mirror.
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