politicians
Reviews of the politicians kissing babies and running governments around the world; applaud and criticize the decisions they make and their implications.
Help with US border
Overview of the Proposal President Donald Trump recently suggested — in a social media post on Truth Social — that the United States “should have” invoked Article 5 of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) in order to bring NATO forces to the U.S. southern border to help stem illegal immigration. According to Trump, calling on NATO allies to secure the border would “free up large numbers of Border Patrol Agents for other tasks.” Article 5 is NATO’s collective defense clause, stating that an armed attack on one member is considered an attack on all. It’s the cornerstone of the alliance’s mutual defense guarantee — and in nearly 80 years, it has been invoked only once, when NATO allies responded to the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the United States. Trump’s remarks represent a sharp departure from how Article 5 has historically been understood and applied. Illegal immigration — no matter the scale — is not typically viewed as an armed attack by another state, which is the standard under the treaty to trigger collective defense.
By USA daily update 15 days ago in The Swamp
The Architecture of the Empty. Content Warning.
"In a world increasingly obsessed with 'hollow thinking' where people are reduced to units and human dignity is phased out of the budget the act of creation becomes a form of resistance. This piece was born from a week of rigid rules and 'authoritarian bull shit,' but it ends in the only place the parasites cannot reach: the sanctuary of the imagination.
By Vicki Lawana Trusselli 15 days ago in The Swamp
When Death Happens in Government Custody, Accountability Must Follow
When someone dies in government custody, the question is not only what happened. The deeper question is whether the system designed to enforce the law is also capable of protecting human life. That question has returned after the death of Geraldo Lunas Campos, a 55 year old Cuban immigrant who died in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody in January. An autopsy concluded that he died from asphyxia caused by compression of his neck and torso, and ruled his death a homicide.
By The political Rift16 days ago in The Swamp
Global Allies in a US (Trump) Vs Iran Crisis Who Stands With Whom?”
As tensions between the United States and Iran escalate in early 2026, global leaders and analysts are weighing the potential fallout of an outright war. Around January 23, 2026, Iran’s clerics publicly warned that any U.S. military action would prompt retaliation targeting U.S. investments across the region. At the same time, the United States deployed a naval “armada” — including an aircraft carrier strike group — toward Iranian waters while publicly hoping to avoid direct conflict.
By USA daily update 16 days ago in The Swamp
Latest Twist in Trump Diplomacy Brings Relief for Starmer. AI-Generated.
For much of the past decade, Donald Trump’s approach to diplomacy has been defined by disruption. Allies were unsettled, norms were questioned, and long-standing relationships were treated as transactional deals rather than strategic partnerships. For European leaders—especially those on the center-left—Trump’s return to diplomatic relevance has been a source of persistent anxiety. Yet, in a twist few anticipated, recent signals from Trump’s evolving diplomatic posture have delivered an unexpected sense of relief for UK Labour leader Keir Starmer.
By Ayesha Lashari17 days ago in The Swamp
Former Labour Minister Quits as MP, Setting the Stage for Andy Burnham’s Westminster Return. AI-Generated.
In a dramatic turn of British politics, former Labour minister Andrew Gwynne has resigned as Member of Parliament for the Gorton and Denton constituency, officially triggering a by-election that could pave the way for Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham’s return to the House of Commons. The announcement comes amid ongoing internal debate within the Labour Party over its future direction and leadership, further complicating the landscape for leader Sir Keir Starmer as the party prepares for upcoming local and national contests.�
By Ayesha Lashari17 days ago in The Swamp
The Right’s Loud Romance With Violence and Fascism
For decades, American conservatives have warned about the “moral decline” of the United States. Sometimes those warnings sounded sincere. I remember the Terri Schiavo case, when many conservatives framed the removal of a feeding tube as a profound moral failure. You could argue some of that outrage was politically convenient, but it was at least plausible that many of the people involved genuinely believed life was sacred and violence, broadly defined as merely ending a human life (even out of medical mercy), was wrong.
By Wade Wainio17 days ago in The Swamp
Trump Backs Down Over Tariffs and Greenland.
Trump caused panic, worry, anger, and frustration when he threatened his European partners with tariffs because they would not support him in his plan to take over Greenland. Trump wanted to buy Greenland from Denmark, or he would use force, or so it seemed to take it. Trump threatened his opponents with 10% tariffs if they did not acquiesce to his Greenland adventure, or should that be misadventure? These were to start from 1 February and would rise to 25% if those nations that opposed him did not give in.
By Nicholas Bishop17 days ago in The Swamp
Lisa Nandy: Pushes Back Against Trump.
Northern English MP and Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy has voiced her government's opposition to Trump's meanderings on Greenland. She echoed her boss, Sir Keir Starmer, who has pronounced Trump's imposition of 10% tariffs on UK imports in the US as "Wrong". The UK, along with other European nations are standing up to Trump. They are standing against Trump's desire to buy Greenland. Hence, Trump is imposing 10% tariffs by 1 February, rising to 25% by 1 June if there is no agreement on Trump acquiring the biggest island in the world. Yes, folks, in case you didn't know, Greenland is not a continent, unlike Australia. The frozen territory is classified as an island geographically.
By Nicholas Bishop21 days ago in The Swamp
Sunshine Firecracker’s "Theft Charges": Who Stole the Light on Apple Street?
Date: January 17, 2026 Location: Ephrata, PA In the court of public opinion, "Theft" is a dirty word. It implies a lack of character, a taking of something that isn't yours. But in the legal world—the world where I earned my Juris Doctor—theft is a statute with specific elements. It is a puzzle that must be proven.
By Sunshine Firecracker23 days ago in The Swamp
