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California Insanity: Commission Rejects Space Force Plan for SpaceX Launches Because Elon Musk Supports Trump

Why is the Space Force asking permission from California anyway?

The California Coastal Commission has denied Space Force plans for Elon Musk’s SpaceX to launch crucial satellites from Vandenberg Air Force Base because the governmental body doesn’t like Musk’s politics. One commissioner claimed SpaceX should not be allowed to support the American military’s work in space because Musk has “aggressively injected himself into the presidential race.”

Politico reports that in a 6-4 vote on Thursday, the California Coastal Commission rejected the Air Force’s plan to allow SpaceX to launch up to 50 rockets per year from Vandenberg Air Force Base in Santa Barbara County. The decision came as a blow to the aerospace company’s ambitions, with commissioners citing concerns over Elon Musk’s political rhetoric and the classification of SpaceX as a military contractor.

During the meeting in San Diego, Commissioner Gretchen Newsom criticized Musk’s behavior, stating, “Elon Musk is hopping about the country, spewing and tweeting political falsehoods and attacking FEMA while claiming his desire to help the hurricane victims with free Starlink access to the internet.” The commission, known for its strict defense of public access to California’s coastline, had been in ongoing discussions with the Air Force’s Space Force branch since May 2023 regarding the proposed increase in SpaceX’s satellite launches from Vandenberg.

The primary point of contention was the Air Force’s request to shield SpaceX from having to acquire its own permits, even for launches not carrying military payloads. Commissioner Dayna Bochco expressed doubts, saying, “I do believe that the Space Force has failed to establish that SpaceX is a part of the federal government, part of our defense.”

In August, the commission had approved a plan for SpaceX to increase its launches from six to 36 times per year, conditional upon the Space Force agreeing to seven measures aimed at improving environmental protection and coastal access. However, military officials did not commit to these conditions during the hearing, drawing sharp criticism from the commissioners.

Despite a seemingly positive turn in September, when the Air Force agreed to meet the commission’s seven conditions, the goodwill dissipated during Thursday’s meeting. Commissioners raised concerns about Musk’s political rhetoric, the company’s labor record, and the classification of SpaceX as a military contractor.

Commission Chair Caryl Hart acknowledged the work of the Space Force but expressed unease about Musk’s involvement in the presidential race and his management of the company. “I really appreciate the work of the Space Force,” Hart said. “But here we’re dealing with a company, the head of which has aggressively injected himself into the presidential race and he’s managed a company in a way that was just described by Commissioner Newsom that I find to be very disturbing.”

While Commissioner Justin Cummings voted to approve the plan, he shared concerns about the lack of data on the effects of launches and SpaceX’s classification as a military contractor. “I just want to appreciate all the work that’s been done on this attempt to get to 50 launches,” he said.

SpaceX officials did not attend the hearing in person, instead offering a statement over Zoom in support of Space Force’s request. The company has not yet responded to requests for comment on the commission’s decision.

Source; Breitbart

Lunatic ‘Dr. DNA’ gloats of new ‘designer’ dog breed creation he plans to sell around the world

Dr. Moreau, paging Dr. Moreau to the white courtesy phone.

A lunatic who calls himself “Dr. DNA” sparked outrage after boasting he invented a new breed of “designer dogs” — ignoring numerous calls from experts who say his grotesque operation will destroy the lives of the innocent pups.

Gary Hemming, an unlicensed dog breeder with no veterinary qualifications, bragged on social media that he morphed the DNA of a Dalmatian and a French bulldog to create what he claims is a huge “wave” of fashionable designer dogs that he hopes to sell across the world, according to the Daily Record.

Hemming, a 41-year-old from Edinburgh, Scotland, said the creation from his “Pokadot” factory is the future of his new breed: Pokadot Frenchie.

“Vets across the UK are extremely concerned about a number of unscrupulous breeders ignoring the health and welfare of animals by cashing in on the huge demand for ‘fashionable’ puppy breeds that have been bred to have extreme features like excessive skin wrinkles or flat face,” British Veterinary Association president Dr. Elizabeth Mullineaux said, according to the outlet.

“These animals may look ‘cute’ or unique, but they often experience significant health problems and a lifetime of suffering. Such irresponsible breeding has been linked to unregulated dog breeding services like canine fertility clinics, which have been popping up across the country.”

The demonic breeder shared a photo of a distraught-looking white dog, with black spots and a distended belly, named “Mr. Pokadot” on social media, proudly referring to the pup as “the first and only velvet bigrope pokadot in the world.”

“He was born with a natural no tail. Yes, we used a Dalmatian to make him many generations ago, this program we have been working on for many years,” Henning, who refers to himself as Gari Ferrari and Dr. DNA, posted, according to the outlet.

“And only now bringing it to the market.”

In another post, Hemming said, “2025 is the year of Pokadot Frenchie in all colors and patterns, including new shades — lemonshade and orangeshade,” adding that he’s in no rush to perfect the new breed.

He has been condemned by the Scottish government and animal experts who say the dogs will be plagued with disease and suffer a short life due to his irresponsible breeding, the outlet reported.

The BBC first exposed the Scot in January 2023 for creating the genetically modified “Frankenstein” pups in an investigation that revealed his intention is to combine every marketable characteristic to create the rarest dog in the world — what Hemming calls the “unicorn dog,” according to BBC.

The investigation found that Hemming, who was previously convicted of robbery and domestic assault, bred hairless French bulldogs — using American and English bulldogs — which he then sold on social media.

The recent announcement prompted a renewed push for the Scottish government to take action against unregulated dog breeders like Hemming.

Officials announced in August they would draft new laws to regulate any businesses offering dog fertility services and outlaw unlicensed dog breeders after a nationwide campaign from vets and animal welfare organizations, the outlet reported.

Source; NY Post

Horrifying moment protestor self-immolates outside White House

A protestor attempted to self-immolate outside the White House during a Pro-Palestinian rally.

Samuel Mena Jr. was seen trying to light himself on fire in Lafayette Park, where a large number of protestors were gathered on Saturday.

Pictures taken at the scene by the White House capture the harrowing moment Mena’s arm ignited in flames.

Mena, who claims to be a ‘visual storyteller’, was seen waving his burning arm through the air as he shrieked in pain.

In the pictures, police officers are seen approaching cautiously as efforts are made to assist him.

Shortly after Mena set his arm ablaze, bystanders rushed to pour water on him to extinguish the flames.

A video that was recorded after the fire was put out shows Mena standing amid a cluster of police officers.

His arm is white and appears to be severely burned.

Amid chilling cries of pain, Mena screamed about ‘misinformation.’

‘I’m a journalist, and I said it was okay,’ he wailed.

Toward the end of the video, which was recorded by Jessica Costescu, a bystander rushes over to Mena and pours some water on his burned arm.

A moment later, a cop shoves him out of the way and screams ‘back it up!’

The shocking act comes just days before the one-year anniversary or Hamas’ savage surprise attack on Israel, which left 1,200 dead and precipitated an all-out war in Gaza. The war has caused the death of more than 41,000 Palestinians.

He wrote on his website a rambling essay in an attempt to justify his actions, outlining issues he takes with ‘objectivity as it relates to journalism’ over the Gaza war.

Mena claims to be a graduate of The Walter Cronkite School of Journalism at Arizona State University.

He describes himself as a production specialist who is currently ’employed as a Photojournalist for AZFamily Channels 3 and 5.’

Mena also claims to have done freelance videography for Arizona PBS and editing for RightThisMinute. He says that he has ‘collaborated’ on news stories that have aired on PBS Newshour.

His X.com profile is a picture of him smiling in front of the Palestinian Flag with the words ‘from the river, to the sea’ above it.

Before the rally on Saturday, he posted that he would ‘be streaming live from the White House exterior on Instagram.’

In another post on the same day, he wrote: ‘End settler colonialism.’

Source; Daily Mail

Off-duty Atlanta police officer shot, killed while breaking into Douglas County home, deputies say

There’s a lot to unpack here…

An Atlanta police officer was shot and killed outside a Douglas County home Oct. 4 during an apparent early morning break-in attempt, investigators say. The officer has been identified as Investigator Aubree Horton, according to the Atlanta Police Department.

The incident occurred around 5 a.m. Friday at a home on Orkney Way near E. Carroll Road in the St. Andrews Country Club neighborhood.

Douglas County Sheriff Tim Pounds said deputies responded to a burglary call at the scene of the shooting.

“On an attempted burglary, we understand that an individual attempted to gain entry into the residence,” the sheriff explained. “Once inside, the homeowner produced a firearm in self-defense and shot the individual. At this time, the individual is deceased.”

According to deputies, after Investigator Horton entered the home, the homeowner opened fire, fatally shooting him. Investigators are treating the incident as an act of self-defense.

Neighbors were shocked by the deadly shooting.

“I’ve lived here for five years, and I can promise you, this isn’t something you expect to see here,” said resident Milton Johnston.

Authorities revealed that Horton also lived in the neighborhood, about a half-mile from the scene, and may have been experiencing a mental health episode or under the influence of narcotics.

“We believe the burglar lived in the neighborhood,” Sheriff Pounds added. “This is an active investigation, and there are many details we’re still working to uncover.”

The Atlanta Police Department confirmed in a statement that Horton, who had been with the department since November 2015 and was most recently assigned to the Fugitive Unit, was off-duty at the time of the incident.

“We are working closely with the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office to learn more about what occurred as they continue to investigate,” the statement read.

Investigator Horton was honored as “Officer of the Year” at the “Crime is Toast” breakfast just days earlier, on Sept. 24.

Source; Fox 5 Atlanta

Vet in shock after dog poops out entire bag of rainbow Orbeez: ‘He ate a LOT’

Not a stupid person here, but a stupid dog. At least he leaves a colorful mess.

This pup had a ruff day.

Dogs like to sniff around and get a bite of anything they can get their paws on.

But after a Colorado dog found a colorful snack, Orbeez, he ended up pooping out a rainbow of colorful balls.

In a video posted to TikTok by the vet tech, the dog can be seen in action as the vets around him laugh at the unfortunate but hilarious situation.

“Just another day in the ER,” the caption read.

Orbeez are those colorful tiny water beads that grow in size once submersed in water, and the pup thought they looked like a fun snack.

“Accidents happen and dogs are quick y’all! He needed surgery to remove the rest, but he’s on the road to recovery,” the user @larenmciaren explained in a comment. “He is underweight, but from what I understood was pretty recently rescued.”

After eating an entire bag, the Orbeez naturally expanded inside his stomach and gastrointestinal tract was, well, interrupted.

“He ate a LOT. A whole dry bag of Orbeez. And they literally hydrated in his GI tract. The next poop there was more ‘material’”

His owner took him to the emergency vet at Animal Urgent Care Arvada in Colorado, where an X-ray showed a stomach full of hydrated Orbeez, the Shore News Network reported.

Only 25% of the beads the poor dog swallowed showed up on the scan, while the other 75% had to be surgically removed.

And as the arts and crafts product continued to expand in his stomach, they needed to be released — as the dog pooped out an endless rainbow.

Source; NY Post

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